Checkers

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This is in fact, the simplest board game to start with. Checkers, like chess, is a game played by two people. The doubt about this game lies in the power of the king. In some games, the king can jump from one corner to another, which will finish off the opponent faster. However, it has been internationally accepted that the king can only jump one space at a time, but at any direction.

The best feature about this game is that it requires alertness. You have to be aware of potential pieces to be taken, or you will be forfeited.