CARDS & GAMES
Playing Ghost (and Other Halloween Treats)
Halloween brings with it a fascinating mix of traditions, from Victorian-era apple bobbing and divination games to card-based spirit games like Ghost. This playful and slightly spooky guide explores the origins of Halloween customs, including how games and seasonal myths connect to both ancient rituals and modern entertainment.
Do Ouija Boards Really Work? The History of the Talking Board
From parlour game to paranormal gateway, the Ouija board has fascinated and frightened generations. Is it truly a tool to reach beyond, or just a clever trick of the mind?
Creepy Card Games for your Halloween Extravaganza
Anyone who has ever played any kind of a card game can attest that there seems to be some sort of connection with forces beyond our comprehension. Traditionally, we call this luck. It seems that sometimes something wants us to win and sometimes it wants us to lose. It can be generous and it can be horrifying. And it is always bewildering.
Board Games for Dark Nights
Here are some suggestions for spooky board games that work great for Halloween, or for those dark nights when things are going bump!
Ghost of a Chance: Exploring Haunted Casinos
As a horror author I’ve always loved a good, bone-chilling ghost story; that got me to thinking about the world’s haunted casinos where there might be poltergeists at the poker table, kelpies playing Keno and spirits playing slots. Here’s what we could find about the haunted casinos of the world –
ALL ABOUT CARDS
Playing Cards in Horror Movies: A Deck of Death
Playing cards have been ingeniously incorporated into horror films to add an extra layer of suspense, symbolism, and eeriness to the storytelling Read More
Casino Classics: The Most Popular Card Games In Different Cultures
From 17th‑century French salons to modern casino floors, card games like blackjack, baccarat, and poker weave cultural history, strategy, and social connection into each hand—bridging everyday play and high-stakes glamour. Read More
Card Culture Beyond the Deck: Casinos, Collectibles and Communities
More than a game piece, a deck of cards can double as a canvas, a covert escape tool, or a cultural keepsake—tiny treasures that shuffle through history, art, and communities." Read More