Updated 05/25/2024 - New Profile - all game boards, pieces and travel box printed in under 27 hours, down from 66 hours, also now have been optimized to print with the .4mm nozzle

(Game rules at the bottom)

Introducing the Anti-Boredom Game Box: the ultimate 3D-printable solution to liven up your leisure time with a treasure trove of classic and innovative games. This meticulously designed game box is engineered for individuals who delight in the fusion of traditional gaming and cutting-edge technology. Crafted with the modern gamer in mind, it allows you to bring to life a complete gaming set using just your 3D printer.

Games Galore: Dive into a diverse collection of games, thoughtfully selected to cater to various interests and skill levels. The Anti-Boredom Game Box features timeless classics and thrilling new adventures including Peg Solitaire, Hex Adventure, Insanity Peg Game, a compact 9x9 Go board, Candy Collection Game, Checkers, Chess, 4 in a Row, and the ancient game of Knucklebones. Whether you're strategizing your next move in Chess or collecting candies in the Candy Collection Game, there's never a dull moment.

Smart Design: Embrace the convenience of dual-purpose pieces and boards with this innovative game box. The Checkers pieces double as tokens for 4 in a Row, while the Chess and Checkers share a common board, optimizing space without compromising the fun. This ingenious integration ensures that you have more games to play with fewer pieces to manage.

Compact and Portable: Inspired by the compactness of Polly Pocket, the Anti-Boredom Game Box is designed to be fully contained within a single, portable box that fits together seamlessly. Its small size doesn't just make it easy to store; it makes it the perfect travel companion for entertainment on the go.

User-Friendly Features: With the gamer's convenience in mind, the game box includes removable inserts for hassle-free access to game pieces. Say goodbye to digging through layers of components; each piece is easily reachable and organized.

3D Printing Perfection: The Anti-Boredom Game Box is a testament to the capabilities of 3D printing technology. Every component, from boards to pieces, can be printed at home with a standard 3D printer. This DIY aspect not only adds a personal touch to your game set but also showcases the potential for innovative, customizable gaming solutions.

Whether for game nights, solo challenges, or as a unique gift, the Anti-Boredom Game Box transforms any gathering into an engaging, memorable event. Ready to print and play, this game box invites you to step into a world where fun meets creativity. Bring your games to life and banish boredom for good with this all-in-one solution.

Backstory:

In an ambitious venture, I embarked on a journey to amalgamate three distinct projects into a singular, comprehensive experience. As the pieces began to align, a hurdle emerged: the licensing of one project stood as a formidable barrier, obstructing the path to unification. This obstacle, however, serendipitously paved the way for a burst of creativity and determination.

Resolved not to be deterred, I turned this challenge into an opportunity to craft something entirely unique. With a renewed vision, I decided to design all components from the ground up, infusing the project with originality and personal flair. In this process of creation, not only did I develop original pieces, but I also expanded the scope of the project to include additional games, enriching the overall collection.

Driven by a spirit of community and collaboration, I made the conscious decision to offer this collection as a canvas for others to modify, remix, and even profit from. It's a gesture aimed at nurturing creativity and innovation within the community, inviting everyone to contribute their own chapters to this evolving story.

In recognition of the collaborative effort and to support the sustainability of future endeavors, I welcome any contributions through donations to my Patreon. This platform offers a way for those who find value and joy in these creations to support the ongoing journey of invention and sharing. Every contribution fuels the journey forward, enabling the exploration of new projects and the continuous evolution of our creative community.

https://patreon.com/LeeBob

Game Rules:
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Candy Game rules:
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Candy Collection Game: A Sweet Treat for the Whole Family!

This delightful circular board game is a surefire hit for young children and adults alike. It's a simple yet engaging game that's perfect for family game nights or a quick and fun activity.

What you'll need:

• Circular game board with candy illustrations and a designated starting space
• Game pieces (pawns, tokens, etc.) for each player
• Die

Objective:

Collect a predetermined number of candies to win the game. Adjust the number based on the desired playtime and the age of the players.

Setup:

1. Place the game board on a flat surface.
2. Each player chooses a game piece and places it on the starting space.

Gameplay:

1. Take turns rolling the die and move your game piece clockwise around the board the corresponding number of spaces.
2. Every time you pass or land on the starting space, collect a candy (use tokens or small candies).
3. Landing on a space with a candy illustration also allows you to collect a candy.

Candy Goals:

Before you begin, decide together how many candies each player needs to collect to win. A smaller number creates a shorter game, while a larger number extends the playtime. Here are some examples:

• Quick game: 10 candies
• Longer game: 30 candies

Taking it Up a Notch:

• Real Candy: Up the ante by using real candies as both game pieces and collectibles! Just be sure everyone agrees to this beforehand (especially grown-ups!)
• Themed Candy Days: Match the candy types to holidays or themes! Use chocolates for Valentine's Day or candy canes for Christmas.
• Learning Element: Incorporate simple counting or math challenges when collecting candies to add an educational twist for younger players.

The Fun Doesn't End There!

The Candy Collection Game is more than just a competition; it's a chance to create lasting family memories. It's a perfect example of how simple mechanics and everyone's favorite sweet treats can come together for a delightful family game night!
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Hex-Plore Adventure
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Hex-Plore Adventure: Explore, Discover, Conquer!

Calling all adventurers! Hex-Plore Adventure is a strategic exploration game that will put your map-reading and risk-taking skills to the test. Navigate a mysterious landscape filled with diverse terrains, uncover hidden secrets, and be the first to claim victory!

Gear Up for Adventure:

• Game Board: Explore a world built from numerous hexagonal tiles. Look out for special tiles like the Start, Key, and Castle!
• Shuffled Mystery: The fun begins with shuffling the regular tiles face-down and placing them randomly around the Start tile.

The Quest Awaits:

Your mission is clear: discover the hidden Key and Castle tiles, retrieve the key, and deliver it to the castle for ultimate glory!

Embark on Your Journey:

• Terrain Trials: Each terrain type presents a unique challenge. Here's what you need to roll to conquer them:
  • Road: A breeze! Just roll a 2 or higher.
  • Forest: Navigate the woods with a roll of 3 or above.
  • River: Chart your course with a successful roll of 4 or more.
  • Mountain: Ascend the peaks with a daring roll of 5 or above.
  • Volcano: Only the bravest can conquer! A perfect 6 is required.
  • Special Tiles (Start, Key, Castle): No roll needed to enter.

Claim the Key, Conquer the Castle:

• Key to the Kingdom: Landing on the Key tile grants you a set of keys (don't worry, multiple players can have keys, just like spare house keys!).
• Castle Gates: The Castle welcomes all, but only those with the key can claim victory. Reach the Castle with the key in hand to win the game!

Challenges and Setbacks:

• Fumbling the Path: Failing to roll high enough to enter a terrain TWICE IN A ROW means dropping the key (if you have it). Don't worry, the key returns to its rightful place on the Key tile.
• Three Strikes and You're Out: Struggling with the dice? Failing to make a successful move THREE TIMES CONSECUTIVELY means your adventure is on hold. Sit out this round and watch your fellow explorers, but don't give up! You can rejoin the quest in the next round.

Victory Awaits!

Be the first explorer to navigate the treacherous landscape, claim the key, and reach the majestic Castle. Prove your mettle and be crowned the champion of Hex-Plore Adventure!

Solo or Squad Up?

The choice is yours! Hex-Plore Adventure can be enjoyed as a thrilling solo quest or a competitive adventure with friends. The rules remain the same, so gather your fellow explorers or embark on a solitary journey – the adventure awaits!

Tips for Triumph:

• Early Exploration is Key: Spend the early game scouting the map to locate the hidden Key and Castle tiles.
• Roll Wisely: Plan your moves carefully, considering the terrain challenges ahead and the dice you have rolled.

Unleash your inner explorer and conquer Hex-Plore Adventure

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Peg insanity Rules
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Insanity: A Simple Game, A Challenging Mindbender (Solo Mode Included)!
(Located on the box lid, opposite Knucklebones)

Insanity is a classic board game that's deceptively simple yet surprisingly challenging. It can be enjoyed as a two-player battle of wits or a solo test of logic and strategy.

Gear Up for the Challenge:

• Insanity Board: This board will have a row of holes with pegs placed in alternating positions on opposite ends.
• Two Sets of Markers: You'll need a set of markers (usually four) in distinct colors for solo play.

The Objective:

• Two-Player Mode: Be the first player to move all your pegs to the opposite side of the board, occupying the spaces originally held by your opponent's pegs.
• Solo Mode: There are two common interpretations of the solo win condition:
  • Option 1 - Swapping Positions: Move all your pegs such that the starting positions for each color end up occupied by the opposite color's pegs.
  • Option 2 - Occupying Empty Spaces: Move all your pegs (both colors) to the opposite side of the board, occupying the spaces that were originally empty.

The Rules of Engagement:

1. Taking Turns:
   • Two-Player Mode: Players take turns moving one peg at a time.
   • Solo Mode: You, as the sole player, will take turns moving one peg at a time for each "color." Consider each color a separate opponent.
2. Forward Motion Only: You can only move your pegs forward, one space at a time.
3. Jumping Over: You can jump over a peg (opponent's peg in two-player mode, any peg in solo mode) as long as there's an empty space directly behind it. The jumped peg is then removed from the board.

The Catch:

There's a twist! You can only move forward, never backward, and you can only jump over one peg at a time. This seemingly simple rule can lead to some mind-boggling situations!

Claiming Victory:

• Two-Player Mode: The first player to successfully move all their pegs to the opponent's starting positions wins the game!
• Solo Mode: You win when all your pegs (both colors) have achieved one of the following conditions:
  • Option 1: The starting spaces for each color are now occupied by the opposite color's pegs (Swapping Positions).
  • Option 2: All pegs (both colors) have reached the opposite side of the board, occupying the originally empty spaces.

Ready for the Challenge?

Insanity offers a quick and engaging gameplay experience, whether you're battling a friend or testing your own strategic thinking in solo mode. So, grab your Anti-Boredom Game box locate the insanity game on the lid, choose your markers, and see who can conquer the Insanity challenge!

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Knucklebones
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Knucklebones: A Dicey Duel in the Cult of the Lamb

Embrace the challenge of Knucklebones! This fast-paced dice game of strategy and chance invites you to test your luck and wit against a fellow cultist or fate itself.

Calling All Cultists (2 Players):

Knucklebones is designed for two players eager to prove their favor with the Lamb God.

Gear Up for the Ritual:

• Knucklebones Board: A board featuring a dedicated 3x3 grid for each player.
• Six-Sided Die: Blessed by the Lamb, this die holds the key to your dicey destiny.
• Playing Pieces: Markers for each player to track their progress on the board.

The Path to Victory:

Your objective is simple: score the most points by the end of the game.

The Ritual of Rolling:

1. Taking Turns: Players alternate turns, rolling the die and placing it face-up on an empty space within their designated 3x3 grid.
2. Scoring Divine Favor: The number on the die you place becomes your score for that turn. Higher rolls garner greater blessings!

A Ruthless Rivalry (Optional):

• Knocking Down the Ungrateful: If you roll the same number as a die already placed by your opponent in the corresponding column, you can remove all their dice of that value from that column. This can be a strategic way to hinder their score and open up valuable spaces on their grid.

Filling the Grid and Claiming Victory:

The game ends when one player fills their entire 3x3 grid with dice. The player with the highest total score, determined by the sum of all their placed dice and their corresponding column multipliers, is declared the victor and earns the most favor with the Lamb God!

Divine Strategies for the Faithful:

• Seek the Divine Six: While high-value dice (5s and 6s) can be powerful, prioritize building combos that multiply your score.
• Strategize the Smite: Use the "knocking down" rule to your advantage by removing your opponent's high-scoring combos and limiting their scoring potential.
• Plan Your Grid: Consider strategically placing dice in columns that your opponent has already filled to potentially block them from scoring further in that column.
• Adapting to the Flow: Pay attention to how close the game is to ending. Early on, focus on building strong combos. As the board fills, consider sabotaging your opponent or strategically delaying the game to finish your own combos.

A Benchmark for Blessings:

By placing dice completely randomly, the average score for a column is 15.25. Aim to surpass this benchmark with your strategic placements!

Embrace the Challenge and Roll the Dice!

Knucklebones offers a quick and engaging game experience, perfect for adding a touch of friendly competition or a solo test of dice-rolling prowess to your time within the Cult of the Lamb.

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Peg Solitaire

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(located on the flipside of the Hex-Plore Adventure Gameboard)
Sharpen your logic and embark on a solo challenge with Peg Solitaire! This classic game, also known as Solo Peg Solitaire or Sailor's Solitaire, offers a deceptively simple yet mind-bending puzzle experience.

Gear Up for the Challenge:

• Plus-Shaped Board: This board will have a row of holes in the shape of a plus sign, with pegs (marbles or small tokens) placed in all the holes except one, which remains empty.

The Objective:

• Remove all but one peg from the board using strategic jumps.

The Rules of Engagement:

1. Jumping Strategy: You can jump any peg over an adjacent peg (horizontally or vertically) as long as there's an empty hole next to the peg you're jumping over.
2. The Removed Peg: The removed peg is the one you jumped OVER, not the one you jumped with.
3. Forward Only: Remember, you can only move forward, no jumping backwards. You can only jump one peg at a time, not multiples.
4. The Challenge Continues: Continue jumping pegs until only one peg remains on the board.

Claiming Victory:

If you can successfully remove all but one peg using strategic jumping moves, you've conquered the Peg Solitaire challenge!

Bonus Challenge:

Some variations of Peg Solitaire, particularly for the plus-shaped board, have a specific "winning" configuration where you end the game with the remaining peg in the center hole. While not the traditional win condition, it adds an extra layer of difficulty for experienced players.

Ready for the Challenge?

Peg Solitaire offers a quick and engaging solo experience, perfect for sharpening your logic and problem-solving skills. So, grab your board, strategize your jumps, and see if you can conquer this classic puzzle!