The New Games Book
Action / Dexterity · Book

The New Games Book

This book, released in 1976, includes rules for more than 80 non-traditional games, many of which are cooperative in nature. It is an outgrowth of a yearly New Games festival which took place for awhile in the early 1970s.

2–2000 playersages 10
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What is The New Games Book

This book, released in 1976, includes rules for more than 80 non-traditional games, many of which are cooperative in nature. It is an outgrowth of a yearly New Games festival which took place for awhile in the early 1970s.

While the book might look dated, it is still quite useful for impromptu games with any number of participants. The book is divided into three segments: games for two, games for a dozen, and games for two dozen (or more).

Interspersed within the game descriptions are some interesting articles about the "New Games Movement." A follow-up book, "More New Games", was released in 1981 and the current director of New Games released "Best New Games" in 2002.

Specs

Game details

Players
2–2000
Age
+10
Duration
Difficulty
Type
Board game
Year
1976
Mechanics
Cooperative Game · Team-Based Game
Categories
Action / Dexterity · Book · Educational
Designer
Stewart Brand
Publisher
New Games Foundation
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How many players is The New Games Book for?

The New Games Book plays with 2–2000 players.

How long does a game take?

Playing time varies with the number of players.

What age is it suitable for?

It is recommended from age 10.

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