Ten Medieval Games

Knucklebone
This is a game of ancient origins. Played with five small pieces. These were the bones of a sheep. The winner is the player who successfully complete a prescribed series of throws. The simplest throw is tossing up one rock, which is the jack, then picking up more until all five pieces are picked up.

Marbles
Marbles was a popular game played by children. Primarily produced of clay. The marbles were to be shot through arches.

Bobbing Apples
Apples were placed in barrels filled with water, and players had to pick them up with their teeth

Chess
Chess has been popular throughout history. The rules are the same from modern day chess.

Dice
These games were for gambling, Dice was popular for individuals. Players were to roll the dice and bet how much money they wanted.

Spinning Tops
The tops were made of wood, and the goal was just to spin the top for the longest amount of time.

Card Games
Ever since paper arrived from China, card games were made. There were many games played, all can be played with two players and up.

Ring Toss
This game can be played by all ages. This is played with rings aimed at two stakes. The goal was to get as much rings on the stakes.

Skittles
This is the predecessor of modern bowling. Players attempt to roll a bowl to knock all the bottles or points to score points. The player with the most points win.

Hoops
Hoops was usually played by children. Children would roll the hoop as part of a race.


Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knucklebones
http://www.britannica.com/topic/hazard-dice-game
http://www.thefinertimes.com/Middle-Ages/games-in-the-middle-ages.html