Chinese Checkers

Star-shaped board race game, of German origin, for two to six players played individually or in teams.

How it is played

Players hop or step marbles across the star board to reach the opposite corner first.

Heritage note

Part of the living heritage of Germany.

Origins

Usually placed in the era of Deep Past and First Games (before about 3000 BCE), although its exact origins are uncertain, within the cultural world of Northern and Eastern Europe.