Noughts & Crosses

(Also known as: Tic, Tac, Toe)

Traditional game of strategy.

How To Play

  • Step 1.

    This is a game for 2 players. First draw a grid of 9 cells.

  • Step 2.

    Toss a coin to decide who goes first. That player then inserts a nought anywhere in the grid. The other player then inserts the cross in any blank cell.

  • Step 3.

    Play continues alternately until one players successfully aligns 3 noughts or crosses in a line, or until all cells are full with no 3-in-a-row, which is a draw. (Quite often the game will be drawn)

  • The Winner

    If a player manages to achieve 3 noughts or crosses in a row, they win the game.

The Details

  • Location: Indoor (home)
  • Ages: 2-6 years, 7-11 years, 12-16 years
  • Team: No
  • Physical: No
  • Average Duration: 5-15 minutes
  • Cost: £0-£1
  • Occasion: Family Party, Children's Party
  • Essential Equipment: Paper and Pen
  • Ease to Learn: Very Easy