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Kubb (Viking chess) sets
A strategic wooden throwing game with a loyal following.
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Kubb (Viking chess) sets at a glance
What we like
- Easy rules and plenty of strategy
- Wooden sets look good on the lawn
- Works for teams
Trade-offs
- Needs a fair amount of space
- Wood can crack or weather over time
- Some sets are short of instructions
- Best for
- Adults and teens who like a game with a bit of tactics.
- Skip it if
- You want something louder and more athletic.
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Where it appears in our guides
Best for strategy fans
Best Lawn Games
A wooden throwing game with real tactics and a loyal following. It needs a decent amount of space, and wood can weather over time.
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