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How to Play a Game of Dominoes

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Dominoes has been around for a long time. So long, in fact, that the slang term for dominoes, “bones,” was coined originally because dominoes used to be fashioned from bones. It is a very simple game to play, and a very fun one at that. Up to ... more »

How to Play Barbie Bingo and Other Variations

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This game uses traditional Bingo rules, but is dressed up with a Barbie theme... more »

How to Play Clue

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Use your brilliant deductive skills to figure out which suspicious character killed Mr. Body and how and where the murder was committed... more »

How to Play One Pocket in Pool

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Pick a pocket and try to put eight balls into it before your opponent can do the same. Reputed to be Minnesota Fats' favorite game, One Pocket is a great strategy game - defense counts as much as offense... more »

How to Play Straights in Pool

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Straight pool is what they played in "The Hustler" and is sometimes difficult for beginners. It is also known as 14:1, Continuous Pool, Call Shot and Straights... more »

How to Play the Necrons in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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New to the Dark Crusade expansion, the mysterious Necrons are one of the most interesting races to play. Their troops are ultra-tough, have excellent fighting ability and because they are mechanical and made of strange metals, there is a chance ... more »

How to Buy a Pool Table

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A well-made, well-maintained pool table can last you a lifetime. A good table can support a range of games for all skill levels. Here are some things to think about before making your purchase... more »

How to Develop a Winning Stratagy for Settlers of Catan

By Pomeroy

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Settlers of Catan is an exciting strategy game that's easy to play and fun for everyone. But how do win, or rather how can you win consistently. Luck plays a part, your diplomacy (or relationship to other players can come in to play)also can ... more »

How to do a jump shot at pool/snooker

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Ever wondered how the professionals jump over sometimes? Its actually pretty easy once you get the hang of it!.. more »

How to Hit the Ball to Draw in Pool

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The key to being a really good pool player is leaving the cue ball set up for the next shot. If you want the cue ball to bounce back toward you after hitting the object ball, you need to hit it to "draw.".. more »

How to Increase Your Odds of Winning in Vegas

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Though winning in Vegas is never guaranteed, there are casino games that decrease the house's advantage over the average gambler. If you're going to Vegas anytime soon, check out the below tips... more »

How to Play 8-Ball

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This simplified version of 8-Ball is sometimes called Stripes and Solids. It's a good beginner's pool game for either two players or two teams of two. Your goal is to be the first player to sink all of your balls and then the 8-ball... more »

How to Play Bumper Pool

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Bumper pool became increasingly popular in the 1970s as more people wanted to have a pool game in their homes. The smaller table makes bumper pool ideal for smaller game rooms. Unlike many other pool games, you do not make use of a cue ball ... more »

How to Play Checkers

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Checkers has been around for centuries, but that doesn't mean it's just for nice old guys hanging out in the park. Check it out... more »

How to Play Coin Hockey

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Children in schools everywhere play hockey everyday without skates, sticks or even ice. If you're resourceful, you can have fun slapping coins around for hours on end and don't have to worry about losing your teeth in the process... more »

How to Play Dominoes

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The draw game is the most common form played, although there are hundreds of variations. If you want to up your hip quotient, the following slang may help: 0 is referred to as "Blank" 1 is referred to as "Ace" 2 is referred to as "Deuce" 5-6 ... more »

How to Play Mah Jongg

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Cross dominoes with bridge and you have mah jongg... more »

How to Play Mexican Train Dominoes

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Dominoes date back to the 1100s and were originally made to represent all of the combinations available on a pair of six-sided numbered dice. There are many different games played with dominoes, including the very popular Mexican Train game. The ... more »

How to Play Paper Football

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For generations of children, paper football has been a simple, inexpensive way to deal with downtime during school. It's easy to learn yet addictive, and those who practice enough can develop quite the touch. Read on to learn how to play paper ... more »

How to Play Pokeno

By Camille Platt

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Move over Bunco and bridge--a new home party game has taken center stage. A combination of cards and Bingo, Pokeno is perfect for young and old. Read on to learn how to play Pokeno... more »

How to Play Roulette

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Roulette is a game of chance. The object is to guess where the roulette ball, spinning on the roulette wheel, will land. Played on a table of 36 red and black numbers and a green zero and double zero, roulette offers many ways to play and win. ... more »

How to Play the Tau in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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Introduced in the Dark Crusade Expanion, the mysterious Tau race is an interesting race to play. Armed with both advanced technology and their savage Kroot allies, the Tau have an interesting balance of ranged and melee fighters, as well as some ... more »

How to Shoot Over Another Ball in Pool

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Sometimes the cue ball ends up too close to another ball to allow you to use your normal bridge. In this case, you must use this modified bridge technique... more »

How to Stand When Shooting in Pool

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The most important part of your pool stance is your own comfort. Here are a few other tips to get you on the right foot... more »

How to Take care of your pool cue!!!

By huntrtd26

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The following article will provide you with some basic steps to keeping your pool cue like new. These simple steps will ensure that you will get the most out of your pool cue each and everytime you go to us it. The article gives you tips on ... more »

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