Formal clubs devoted to board games gained steam in the US in the 19th century, when wealthy men could meet for competitive play at the Mechanics’ Institute Chess Club in San Francisco and the ...

Hungry for in-person interaction, Gen Z and millennial players are joining old-fashioned chess, mahjong and backgammon groups. Graham Dickie/The New York Times Eduardo Rojer has proved that his ...

This episode originally aired on Oct. 23, 2024. On Nov. 2, the Beers and Board Games Club of Columbus will host its 10th annual 24-hour game marathon, with all the proceeds going to Nationwide ...