Portable Games You Can Take With You When You’re On The Move
Travelling, for the most part, offers us endless entertainment while we’re on the go. New sights, new cultures, new things to do and see and taste and marvel over. That said, there are moments, even on great trips, where you might start to feel a little bored… and the savvy traveller always has a few portable games in their back pocket.
Having fun is a key element of life, reducing stress and making you smarter, so why not pack as much fun in as possible when you’re on the go? Let’s figure out what the best portable games are and why they fit so well into the world of movement.
A Smartphone/Tablet
If you’re a gamer, you’ll already know that a smartphone or tablet is the best thing you can have for ensuring that all downtime is fun-filled… but have you thought about carrying a dedicated device for this?
When you’re travelling, there’s a major drawback to using your main phone for games: battery life. Yes, you can carry extra battery packs as an alternative to this, but having a dedicated phone for games is often more satisfactory – it doesn’t matter if you fill it up with lots of different apps, and you can tailor it specifically for gaming without having to worry about maps, restaurant apps, language translators, etc., getting in the way.
Phones are excellent for gaming because the choice they offer is almost literally endless. You can play games of all kinds, whether you opt for browser-based picks or apps. Additionally, most of the games are designed to be easy to dip into and out of, which suits the travel setup well.
Let’s say you want to bet on a slot machine, for example. You can boot up your phone or tablet’s browser in a matter of seconds, log into your favourite casino site, and load any of the games on offer. Furthermore, most of these games are designed to work well even if your internet connection is somewhat limited (as it will often be when you’re on the move). That makes slots a particularly good option for travelling.
And there’s lots of information available about what happens when you bet on a slot machine, including whether betting more is likely to give you higher payouts or not. Because slots are flexible, you can play them from anywhere, and because there’s an enormous amount of variety available, you’re bound to find something new every time you play. You could even theme your slots experience to suit the places you’re travelling to – Egyptian slots for an Egyptian visit, perhaps, or Roman-themed options for a trip to Italy.
Plus, good casinos often have an app, giving you access to all those options at the touch of a button, in a neat, dedicated space.
Pack Of Cards
Nothing beats a traditional pack of playing cards for versatility and compactness. After all, that’s one of the main reasons cards spread so thoroughly across the whole planet; they are easy to put in your pocket, and you can play hundreds of different games with them. There are solo options like Patience, group games like poker, and all sorts of other choices – Whist, Hearts, Cheat, or even simple options like Snap. Whatever floats your boat, whether it’s strategy, speed, or pure luck, you can usually tick the box with cards.
You do usually need a flat surface for playing on, which means these are more suited to breaks at a hotel or restaurant, but they’re no less satisfying for that, and can make a great break from the screen. Plus, you never need to worry about the battery running out on a traditional pack of cards! Just shuffle the deck and tuck it back in its sleeve; no charge cable required.
Handful Of Dice
Dice are another mainstay of portable gaming. Dice games come from cultures all over the world, meaning you’ve got almost infinite variety, and they are just as portable as a pack of cards. You again need a flat surface, but often a small one will do, making these even more flexible for travellers. You can even play dice on the little tray on an aeroplane if you like!
And in terms of options? Well, there are hundreds, with some very popular picks like these. You can even play dice games with strangers as a way to connect; most have simple rules and an international appeal. If you’re an outgoing sort of person, it’s amazing who you can meet with a few dice in your pocket.
Just like with slot games, dice games tend to be very easy to pack up if you’re ready to head into your next adventure; just sweep the dice back into your pocket, and the game is reset for next time!
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