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Need a diversion?  Welcome to our Game Room - curated specially for your enjoyment.


Jigsaw Puzzles


JIGSAW PUZZLES

The first jigsaw puzzle, a map mounted on a sheet of plywood, was produced in 1760 by John Spilsbury, a London mapmaker. The cardboard puzzles were introduced in the late 1800, and became popular during the 1930's Depression due to their great entertainment value for a small price.

Choose and solve JIGSAW PUZZLE »






SOLITAIRE

Also known as "patience" in British English, Solitaire is a single player card game believed to have been originated in France. Napoleon was also said to have played Solitaire during his exile. In recent years, Solitaire has become the most popular game largely due to its inclusion in Windows 95.

Play SOLITAIRE »





MATCHING GAME

Concentration or Pairs, as it is also called, the Matching Game is a card game in which all of the cards are laid face down on a surface. The object of the game is to turn over pairs of matching cards. Traditionally, used for fun and as educational tool for children, but of late it has been promoted as one of many ways of keeping our brain active and sharp. Enjoy.

Play THE MATCHING GAME »


Spot the Differences


SPOT THE DIFFERENCES

Spot The Differences is a type of puzzle where players must find a set number of differences between two otherwise similar images, commonly found in activity books for children or in newspapers, and of late often incorporated on company websites to entice visitors to linger a little longer.

Plick a PUZZLE and try to beat the clock »





 

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