Child: Play? Oh no, I’ve never tried. Ancient Egyptian person: Shame, it’s good. I hear the last pharaoh was even buried with his favourite Senet boards! It’s not surprising really.

Oh no, I’ve never tried. Ancient Egyptian person: Shame, it’s good. I hear the last pharaoh was even buried with his favourite Senet boards! It’s not surprising really. The game shows the ...

By Islam Salah El Din Board games have always been more than just a way to pass the time. In ancient Arab cultures, these games were a mix of entertainment, social connection, and even spiritual ...