wmz [any] to games • edit-23 years agohow did chess get popular all of a suddenRemoved by modlockmessage-squaremessage-square32 fedilinkarrow-up127file-text
arrow-up127message-squarehow did chess get popular all of a suddenRemoved by modlockwmz [any] to games • edit-23 years agomessage-square32 Commentsfedilinkfile-text
minus-squares0ciety [he/him]hexbear5·3 years agoBasically this. Personally, for me, it's been one of those things in the back of my mind that always seemed intimidating as a dork that enjoys board games. Chess hits that sweet spot of easy to learn the basics, but insanely deep to learn. link
minus-squareShinji_Ikari [he/him]hexbear5·3 years agoThe Beth Harmon smoking and drinking hour also got me interested in playing. i usually hate board games because I get antsy but chess can be quick and enjoyed in small spurts. link
Basically this.
Personally, for me, it's been one of those things in the back of my mind that always seemed intimidating as a dork that enjoys board games. Chess hits that sweet spot of easy to learn the basics, but insanely deep to learn.
The Beth Harmon smoking and drinking hour also got me interested in playing.
i usually hate board games because I get antsy but chess can be quick and enjoyed in small spurts.