Web Resources
- Abstract Strategy Games
- This site serves as a tool for the game preservationist and the collector. It will also serve as a stage for game inventors and designers. Historical games are included.
- Brain Games
- Strategy guides and other information on various games, including Backgammon, Checkers, Chinese Checkers, Chess, Dominoes, Mahjongg, Monopoly, Risk, Scrabble, Sudoku, Yahtzee, and other popular board games and puzzles. From How Stuff Works.
- Card Games
- Rules and information on card and tile games from around the world
- Game Rules
- A list of links to the rules of over 30 games.
- Game Rules
- "HOYLE provides you with the authentic rules of the game, key strategies and valuable tips and tricks." Includes information on Blackjack, Bridge, Canasta, Gin Rummy, Go Fish, Golf, Hearts, Keno, Pachisi, Poker, and other card playing games.
- New to Chess?
- Rules and frequently asked questions (FAQ) about setting up and playing a game of chess. Includes a glossary of chess terminology and a brief history of chess. From the U.S. Chess Federation.
- Puzzles and Games
- Includes a spelling challenge, crosswords, word games, and hangman. Also links to anagram and crossword solvers. From Oxford Dictionaries.
- Scrabble - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Includes answers to questions about how to play, rules, scoring, points, tournament games, and more. Official information from Hasbro. You can also search their online Scrabble Dictionary and Scrabble Word Builder.
- Traditional Game Rules
- Links to the rules for board games, table games, British pub games, outdoor games and more.
- Video Games and Gear Channel
- "Learn about how your favorite video game consoles work, and see what's on the gaming horizon." Topics include: Video Game Peripherals (joysticks, game controllers, and other devices), Video Game Development, and more. From How Stuff Works.
- Video Game Consoles Channel
- Articles and technical information on Nintendo (Wii, Game Boy, Game Cube, 3DS), Microsoft Xbox and Kinect, Sony PlayStation, and other video game consoles. From How Stuff Works.
- World Chess Hall of Fame
- Biographies of chess masters and champions. "The World Chess Hall of Fame and Museum was created in 1984 by the United States Chess Federation." See also their U.S. Chess Hall of Fame.