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Game Types
All of the games on our site are strategically divided into 5 types of games

1. STRATEGY

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Characteristics

  • Introspective

  • Collaborative

  • Risk Based

Origin

Strategy games consist of some thought, some collaboration with teammates, or games with risk involved. The games are typically a little slower and are great for quieter gameplay.

2.  SPEED

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Types of Games

  • Active

  • Fast

  • Luck Based

Origin

Speed games consist of quick thinking and actions. Speed games can also be games of luck. If you are focused and ready to go, Speed games can be a lot of fun!

3.  WISDOM

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Types of Games

  • Memorization 

  • Knowledge 

  • Brain Based

Origin

Wisdom games are for the intellectual spirits. The games typically require some memorization, or some prior knowledge. Wisdom games are great to test how well you know the world we live in!

4.  DYNAMIC

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Types of Games

  • Athletic 

  • Focus

  • Skill Based

Origin

Dynamic games are for those athlete types. The games typically require some physical form of skill/finesse. The competitive nature of these games make them great for those looking to move a little!

5.  ARTISTRY

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Types of Games

  • Performative 

  • Creative

  • Rule Based

Origin

Artistry games are for the creative bones in us. Artistry games typically revolve around rule making based games, as well as those relating to drawing, dancing, or acting.

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