Domineering for Seniors
Cards and Boards
Domineering is a board game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. Take turns laying dominoes on a grid. Yours always stand up and down, the computer's always lie across. Whoever cannot lay a domino loses.
Play nowWorks on phone, tablet and computer. Nothing to install.
How to play Domineering
- Tap Play now. Domineering opens right here in your web browser.
- Choose a level: Easy, Medium or Harder.
- Follow the line at the top of the screen. To begin, it says: “Lay your dominoes up and down. Save room for yourself.”
- Go at your own pace. There is never a time limit.
- Want a fresh start? Tap Start over at any time.
Three levels
- Easy: A 6 by 6 grid. A relaxed computer. Six games in a row.
- Medium: A 7 by 7 grid. A thoughtful computer. Five games in a row.
- Harder: An 8 by 8 grid. A sharp computer. Four games in a row.
Why people enjoy it
Card and board games are a lovely way to spend time at the table, and Domineering brings that feeling to the screen with big, clear pieces. It is all about planning a move or two ahead, at a gentle pace.
Questions
Is Domineering easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: A 6 by 6 grid. A relaxed computer. Six games in a row. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: An 8 by 8 grid. A sharp computer. Four games in a row.
Can I play Domineering on a phone or tablet?
Yes. It works in the web browser on a phone, tablet or computer, with large text and big buttons. There is nothing to download.
What else is on ElderWit.com besides Domineering?
Domineering is one of 2,000+ games on ElderWit.com: word games, cards, trivia, puzzles, memory games and more, all with large print, calm screens and no ads.
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