The History of Backgammon – Today and Before
Posted in Backgammon on 09/19/2015 07:21 pm by Jillian
Backgammon is the oldest game in recorded history. It has been known as the "wee war," backgammon appeared in ancient Iraq over 5000 years ago. However, Egyptians called backgammon "Senat," which is a similar type of the present game enjoyed at this time. Hundreds of years ago, only individuals in influence, the ruling figures of royalty like Egyptian kings, were allowed to play. The game began to spread around the world in time. Many different Backgammon versions have been developed in several nations and civilizations, but the fundamental regulations of those variations resemble that of the ancient form . For example, Greece grabbed a hold of the game and coined the name "bac gamen." From there, the English started playing backgammon in the 1600’s and have continued to play it ever since. Backgammon and competing antiquated games were never approved by most faiths. The religious felt that the game was the tool of Beelzebub. This led churches to ban and destroy the game. The ban and burning did not prevent people competing games and enjoying themselves.
Technology gives an additional arena for Backgammon. When different video machines are available all-over the place, computer scientists in Artificial Intelligence (AI) use Backgammon for doing research, developing and measuring AI ideas and algorithms because of the simplicity of game codes and complexity of strategies.
With the embracing of the Internet, backgammon has evolved to an entirely new level. Quite a few may not know that web Backgammon is in fact loaded on most of PCs that run Windows XP/Vista by default in "Games" menu option. Net Backgammon connects hundreds of thousands of individuals all over the planet. Once you signed up on a net game internet site, you can enjoy Backgammon with a computer, or opposed to a bona fide gambler. Gaming sites have been hosting Backgammon tournaments regularly. You will be able to enjoy it for excitement, or for cash. There are hundreds of thousands of clubs devoted to online backgammon, as well as exclusive software that you can download to bet with others. Players love Backgammon for the reality that it’s uncomplicated but in the end, depends upon an abundance of alertness and expertise.