Game Table Magazine

May 20, 2025 •7 min read

There's something uniquely charming about croquet. Maybe it's the gentle *thwack* of mallet on ball, the lush green lawn, or the sight of friends and family gathered for a leisurely...

Choosing the Best Pool Table Felt Color

May 20, 2025 •6 min read

Pool table felt isn’t just a design accent – it directly affects play and maintenance. A premium cloth ensures smooth ball roll, while its color influences visibility, ambiance, and upkeep....

How to Play Bocce

May 20, 2025 •4 min read

Ever tossed balls in the backyard aiming for a tiny target ball? That's bocce! It's a classic game where players aim their larger balls as close as possible to a...

Snooker Rules – How to Play

May 17, 2025 •4 min read

Snooker is a cue sport played worldwide, especially popular in the UK and Asia. It’s similar to billiards or pool, but with key differences – a standard 12 ft snooker...

Muskoka or Adirondack Chair?

May 17, 2025 •8 min read

When envisioning serene moments spent outdoors, whether by a shimmering lake or on a cozy patio, a particular style of chair often comes to mind: low-slung, with wide armrests and...

How to Rack a Pool Table for 8-Ball, 9-Ball, and Straight Pool

May 16, 2025 •4 min read

Properly racking the balls is the first crucial step in any pool game. The rack determines how the balls break and spread, so a tight, correct rack ensures a fair...

12 Best Accessible Games for People with Disabilities

April 23, 2025 •1 min read

Whether you’re planning a community event, hosting a family gathering or just looking for some inclusive fun at home, these twelve adaptive games cater to a wide range of mobility...

The Definitive Guide to Straight Pool

April 21, 2025 •15 min read

Straight pool, also known as 15 continuous, is considered by many purists to be the truest test of a pocket billiards player. Unlike rotation games, where the order of object...

How to Play Viking Chess (Hnefatafl)

April 21, 2025 •2 min read

A Brief History Hnefatafl belongs to the family of Tafl (“table”) games dating back to early medieval Scandinavia. While boards ranged from 7×7 up to 19×19, modern tournament play has...

Simonis 760 vs 860

April 16, 2025 •3 min read

Why This Matters If you’ve ever wondered why some tables feel lightning-fast and others seem to resist every spin, it all comes down to the cloth. Simonis 760 and Simonis 860 are...

What's the Best Pool Cue Chalk?

April 15, 2025 •3 min read

Step into any pool hall, and you'll instantly recognize the familiar sound—the steady, rhythmic brushing of cue tips against chalk cubes. It's a ritual deeply rooted in the game's culture,...

Aramith vs. Cyclop Pool Balls

April 15, 2025 •2 min read

When selecting premium pool balls, two brands typically come up: Aramith and Cyclop. Both are famous for their high quality and excellent performance, but each appeals to slightly different player...