The game of dominoes is one of the family of tile-based games. Each domino is a rectangular tile with two square ends marked with a spot number. As with other tile-based games, dominoes are played with a partner. The object is to place as many tiles as you can within the game board before the gamer can eliminate them. The player has the option of playing for money or for fun, and the goal is to win as much money as possible.
Five-Up
Five-Up dominoes are a point-type domino game played with a Double-Six domino set. Players add up their tiles until they reach 61 points. The player who adds up the most tiles wins the round and scores one point for each multiple of five. The game is played between two and four players, and is closely related to Fives. The game was invented in the 1950s by Dominic C. Armanino, who went on to write several domino game instruction books.
All Fives
The objective of All Fives in domino is to score multiples of five. The total number of points awarded for a double six tile can range anywhere from five to twenty. When all five end tiles are played, the player scores a point. This strategy can be used to gain an advantage over other players. But be careful – the rules for All Fives in domino are complicated! Read on to learn more about this game!
Double Twelve
This is an advanced variation of dominoes. The Double Twelve domino set contains 91 individual tiles of the same value, each twice as long as it is wide. This size allows for a much larger number of players than smaller sets. You can have anywhere from six to ten players compete in a single game. Double-Twelve dominoes are especially popular in the US. You can play as a team or play against the computer.
Double Nine
The classic black and white design of the Double Nine domino set is a classic and enduring choice. Its logical and strategic thinking elements appeal to both kids and adults alike. You can play this game for hours on end. The set contains everything you need for a successful game of double nine. It’s the perfect way to encourage critical thinking, logic, and strategy development. In addition, you can learn the basic rules of the game while developing your strategy and logic.
Chinese dominoes
The origin of Chinese dominoes is not known for certain, but the game appears to have been invented by the romantic hero Hung Ming to amuse soldiers on their night watches. Other sources attribute the invention to Fan Lai and Keung T’ai Kung, but no one is completely sure. Several historical documents indicate that dominoes were first used in the early 11th century. The game is still widely played in Asia today, with some Chinese regions having more than one version of the game.
Xuan He Pai Pu
Xuan He Pai Pu is a popular dice game that combines dominoes with dice. The object of the game is to build a higher set of dice than the banker. If you tie, no money is exchanged. The game dates back to the Tang Dynasty, and the game is popular among adults as well as children. Xuan He Pai Pu dominoes are an ancient game of strategy.
Texas 42
A popular trick-taking game known as 42, also known as the state game of Texas, is played with a standard set of double six dominoes. Tournaments for this game are held throughout Texas, with the Texas 42 State Championship held every year in Hallettsville, Texas. While the rules and strategy of the game are similar to other similar trick-taking games, 42 has a unique twist. Players must keep the game simple yet strategic in order to score points and avoid losing.