Snooker, pool, and billiards are just different names for the same game, right? Although many people believe all three of these games are the same, or at least just slight variations, of the same game, they are not. Snooker, pool, and billiards are distinctive onto themselves. This means that they not only have their own … Read more
If you don’t already own a Crokinole board, you may want to after learning how fun this game is. Combining elements of shuffleboard, shove’ha penny and curling, it’s been played in Canada since the late 19th century. Read on to learn more. Crokinole is one of the most popular games in Canada. However, elsewhere in … Read more
Chess is a game that can be enjoyed at home or on the go. At a park or even in the pub. Here are just 10 of the best chess sets for any venue. Chess is one of the most popular games in the world, played by people from all cultures and backgrounds. The history … Read more
Here’s our complete guide on How to Play Kubb, with rules, set up, an overview of gameplay, and game variations. Kubb is a lawn game belonging to the skittles family. You may also hear the same game called “Viking Chess” due to the rather pervasive legend that bored Vikings whiled away the winter playing the game with the bones of their defeated enemies. Although it … Read more
Are you looking for the best mystery board games to fill your evenings with fun and thrills? You’ve come to the right place. Who doesn’t love a good mystery, after all? They’re great for getting your mind churning, as well as encouraging fun conversations with friends and family. Whether your mystery games involve devilish deceit … Read more
This post provides an overview of how to play Mancala, a family of strategy board games played around the world for centuries. Have you ever heard of the game Mancala? Whether you have never played or you’re an expert, the number of variations and different rules are fascinating. The most popular version of the game … Read more
You’ve no doubt about lawn bowling. But did you know it’s not the same as bocce? Or that there are professional events held around the world? Read on to learn more. Lawn bowling is a game that’s very common across the UK and in other parts of the world. If you’ve seen people playing a … Read more
This article looks at some of the best pinball machines in recent history, including some iconic models you can still seek out today. Pinball is all about the unbridled joy of flashing lights and trilling noise as orbs slam into objects and along rails in front of you. Playing a game is equal parts enjoying … Read more
Shut the Box is a traditional dice game which combines a lot of luck with a bit of skill. The game comes from Northern France and is known by a variety of names including Blitz, Canoga, Klakers, Jackpot, and Batten Down the Hatches. Variations of the game have been played for well over a thousand … Read more
In this post we’ll review 9 of the best shuffleboard accessories you should consider if you own a shuffleboard table. If you’re the proud owner of a shuffleboard table, you know how important it is to keep the table in good condition. You also know how much everyone loves playing shuffleboard, and you want to … Read more
Wondering how to play Yahtzee? You’ve come to the right place. Yahtzee is one of the best-known dice rolling games in the world. It’s a fantastic way to break the ice on game night and get people laughing and having fun together in no time. However, while Yahtzee has been around for quite some time … Read more
We’re always on the hunt for fun new games here at Bar Games 101, and one of the best places to explore new game concepts is Kickstarter. For example, we recently discovered a new board game called OTR. Touted as ‘the greatest party game of all time’, OTR is a game of high-fives, drinking game … Read more
Everyone loves DIY drinking games, especially one with a bit of nostalgia thrown in. If you are looking for a new game to play with friends and family (over the age of 21 of course), then Battle Shots is definitely one to try out. Let’s get into what the game actually is, the rules and … Read more
Are you a board games enthusiast who’s always looking for new wins to boost your mood? Are you looking for a simple and fun game to gather your family around? Maybe a decent set of Dominoes is your way to go. There’s more to dominoes than just lining them up and memorizing sequences. It’s a … Read more