With pen and paper, the satisfaction you get when solving a Sudoku puzzle is warm an fuzzy. Now try solving the same puzzle against someone.

Games of chance have an uncanny ability to transform social settings into vibrant, laughter-filled gatherings.

I must have played Gin-Go over 1,000+ times since its creation in 1976. When played “1-on-1,” an exciting game can take about 30 to 45 mins.

Between the good-natured storytellers and spirited competitors who play for keeps, it’s an exercise in mental agility and social grace.