Stories - Gifts for Card Players

Theory11, JJ Abrams and the Mystery Puzzle Box

Posted on January 15, 2020January 15, 2020 by giftsadmin

JJ Abrams Puzzle Box - Gifts or Card Players

Puzzle boxes are a pretty good metaphor for human curiosity: We all want to know, what's in the box? We can't help but look as a stop to our curious nature - and it'll usually bother us until we know. Overall, puzzle boxes can be a lot of fun. So much so that film director JJ Abrams collaborated with one of the world's largest playing card manufacturers to bring the JJ Abrams Mystery Box to life. Check it out.

The New World of Long-Distance Game-play

Posted on January 13, 2020January 14, 2020 by giftsadmin

Long Distance Game-play - Gifts for Card Players

One of the biggest advantages of card and board games is the social aspect. But this highlights an interesting issue: in the modern era it's much more common for people to move away and live apart from their families, so playing in person happens rarely. Using modern solutions however, this separation can be a thing if the past.

Top 5 Most Popular Table Games

Posted on January 7, 2020January 7, 2020 by giftsadmin

One of the most enduring and popular aspects of the casino experience is playing table games. These include blackjack and its many variants, to poker and its strategy, roulette and craps and their level of luck, to baccarat which offers a healthy mix of both.

Gambling in Asia

Posted on January 7, 2020January 17, 2020 by giftsadmin

The Asian market will be interesting to watch in upcoming years. Land-based casinos are losing more and more clients to the online sphere. Although Asia is complicated there are signs for real growth for the near future.

Fruits, Holidays and Culture – Top 3 Popular Themes for Slots

Posted on January 2, 2020January 7, 2020 by giftsadmin

Slot machines are loved for their simplicity, and over time, themes have developed to transport the user beyond just the game. Slot themes present a particular storyline that makes the experience about more than just spinning the grid and gaining wins. Here are three popular themes.

Whatever Happened to Gammonline?

Posted on December 27, 2019December 27, 2019 by giftsadmin

We took a look at the history of Kit Woolsey's famous Gammonline, one of the largest (and arguably best) backgammon platforms out there and what happened to it.

5 interesting playing card facts you want to know

Posted on December 20, 2019December 20, 2019 by giftsadmin

We’ve all picked up a deck of playing cards in our lifetime, most likely playing leisure or casino games such as Rummy, Bridge, Blackjack and Poker. But how many of us know the history of the humble deck, or the myths and superstitions that surround those small coated sheets of paper? Here are some of the most interesting facts we can find – how many have you heard of before?

The Most Unique Playing Cards

Posted on December 20, 2019December 20, 2019 by giftsadmin

Playing cards have been around for more than one thousand years now. Over time they have advanced and changed a lot. Find out about some very unique decks.

Deal Yourself a Winner with the Top Jokes for Card Players

Posted on December 12, 2019December 12, 2019 by giftsadmin

Do you want to become the life and soul of your next card game? Use our selection top card jokes the next time you want to impress your friends.

Holiday Drinks for Card Game Parties

Posted on December 11, 2019December 12, 2019 by giftsadmin

Holiday Drinks for Card Games - Gifts for Card Players

The holidays are a great time for get-togethers and card games, and you can’t host a home card game (whether bridge, poker or blackjack) without including the drinks. We’ve put together this list of holiday-themed party drinks that you can make at your next party – including how you can make them yourself.

Card Player Christmas – What to Buy for a Blackjack Lover

Posted on December 10, 2019December 12, 2019 by giftsadmin

Christmas time is right around the corner, and it means deciding on some thoughtful gifts that are going to fill your friends and family with joy. Chances are that someone you are close to is keen on blackjack, as it is one of the most popular casino card games in the world. For this person, it should be fairly easy to buy a blackjack-related present which is going to help enhance their games at home.

Masque of the Red Death – Review

Posted on November 29, 2019December 12, 2019 by giftsadmin

Masque of the Red Death - Gifts for Card Players

Inspired by the Edgar Allan Poe short story of the same name, Masque of the Red Death take a few games to get the hang of - but it's well worth it.

The Ice Hotel’s “Playing Card Room”

Posted on November 20, 2019December 12, 2019 by giftsadmin

Ever payed cards in an igloo? How about an entire hotel made of ice? Join us for a spell, in the famous Ice Hotel’s playing card room.

Decks in the Halls

Posted on November 19, 2019December 12, 2019 by giftsadmin

Jumbo Print Santa Cards - Gifts for Card Players

We’re not sure if that’s what the classic song meant with “deck the halls”, but another card deck always makes for a great gift – especially around Christmas. We’re about to bring another year to a close, and what’s better to end the year on than an article about some great Christmas-themed card decks to make for a great just-before-Christmas gift.

Christmas Gifts for Gamblers and Casino Players

Posted on November 18, 2019November 27, 2019 by giftsadmin

Best gifts for poker players - Gifts for Card Players

The maddening part of Christmas would be Christmas gift shopping. Here's another handy list to help you with what to buy for card players.

Oh No! Shopping! Gift Ideas for Your Entire List of Card Playing Friends

Posted on November 12, 2019November 12, 2019 by giftsadmin

Holiday Shopping for Card Players - Gifts for Card Players

You know the feeling all too well. It’s early evening, and the last of the winter daylight has long since faded away. Perhaps a light snow is falling...and your heart is sinking, too. You’ve forgotten to do your holiday shopping, and the big day is tomorrow!

Getting Your Ghost: The World’s Haunted Card Rooms

Posted on November 5, 2019November 5, 2019 by giftsadmin

World's Haunted Card Rooms - Gifts for Card Players

Here are some stories of the world’s haunted card rooms and the ghosts who just can’t let go of the deck.

What is the largest ever game of bingo?

Posted on October 31, 2019October 31, 2019 by giftsadmin

What's the fastest ever game of bingo? What is the largest game? And does anyone every balance bingo balls on a pole on his chin? Find out all this and more Bingo World Records.

So What’s the AI-Powered Board Game St. Noire All About?

Posted on October 3, 2019October 2, 2019 by giftsadmin

St. Niore Board Game Review - Gifts for Card Players

Board games that have been slightly enhanced with the help of technology are always exciting and, board games that are played with the help of accompanying apps are becoming increasingly popular. We were pretty stoked when we heard about a new Alexa-enhanced murder mystery game called St. Noire and had to check it out.

What’s Up with Ms Monopoly?

Posted on September 26, 2019September 20, 2019 by giftsadmin

Board game creator Hasbro recently released a completely new take on an old classic and rebranded the game with Ms Monopoly on the box – and a few changes to the rules, including female players earning more. It’s an attempt at equalizing the playing field, but it’s been released to so much criticism that it instead flips the board. Players aren’t happy with the attempt, and many critics of the game are saying that it does more harm than good.

Yu-Gi-Oh! Exploring the Stainless Steel Card

Posted on September 19, 2019September 17, 2019 by giftsadmin

Having recently re-discovered Yu-Gi-Oh! the show, through Dueling Nexus and binge-watching, I heard about a particularly valuable Yu-Gi-Oh! Card: printed on stainless steel, and very special issue. Here’s what I found looking into the Black Luster Solider - issued in 1999 for the big winner of the first-ever Yu-Gi-Oh! tournament.

The Suicide King (and Other Card Nicknames)

Posted on September 12, 2019September 6, 2019 by giftsadmin

The Suicide King - Gifts for Card Players

Playing cards have a rich history spanning hundreds of years. This has given us enough time to come up with sayings and nicknames for practically every card in the deck. There’s the Suicide King, the Axe-Man and the notorious Ace of Spades - and, anyone heard of the Beer Card? Here's a little delve into some cool card superstitions.

Exploring TCG Error Cards

Posted on September 5, 2019September 2, 2019 by giftsadmin

In the TCG universe, a huge part of the duel is how you structure your deck and there are thousands of kinds of cards to choose from. We take a closer look at error cards and how they fit into the game.

Beginner Tips for Gambling on Card Games

Posted on September 2, 2019December 12, 2019 by giftsadmin

Online Gambling Card Games

Card players interested in gambling online on card games should read through these tips for playing the most common card gambling games found in casinos. Poker and Blackjack are the kings of card games you can gamble on in most parts of the world. Gift Cards for Players has provided this beginners guide to online gambling card games. Follow these tips and suggestions to improve your odds of winning.