Senet for Seniors
Cards and Boards
Senet is a board game on ElderWit.com, made for older adults with large print and big buttons. One of the oldest board games in the world, played for thousands of years. Throw the sticks and race your pieces along the path and off the board.
Play nowWorks on phone, tablet and computer. Nothing to install.
How to play Senet
- Tap Play now. Senet 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: “Throw the sticks and race your pieces off the board.”
- Go at your own pace. There is never a time limit.
- Tap Start over whenever you want a fresh round, or try the next level when you feel ready.
Three levels
- Easy: 3 pieces each. A relaxed computer.
- Medium: 4 pieces each. A thoughtful computer.
- Harder: 4 pieces each. A sharp computer.
Why people enjoy it
Card and board games are a lovely way to spend time at the table, and Senet brings that feeling to the screen with big, clear pieces. It asks for a little planning a move or two ahead, and nothing more.
Questions
Is Senet easy to learn?
Yes. Start on Easy: 3 pieces each. A relaxed computer. When that feels comfortable, move up. On Harder: 4 pieces each. A sharp computer.
Can I play Senet 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 Senet?
Senet 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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