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How to Play Nine Men’s Morris: The Strategic Cousin of Noughts and Crosses

Jul 11, 2025
Think noughts and crosses, but with added cunning, a dash of history, and rules that go back to the Romans. Nine Men’s Morris is one of the world’s oldest board games - and one of the most satisfying to master! Learn how to play this beautifully simple game of mills, movement, and mind games in our step-by-step guide.

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How to Play Nim: A Brilliantly Simple Game of Strategy

Jun 24, 2025
Discover the timeless strategy of Nim, a beautifully simple game with deep roots in mathematics and logic. Easy to learn, endlessly fascinating, and perfect for players of all ages, Nim is a brilliant choice for family game nights, classrooms, or café tables. No batteries, no screens - just great, simple fun.

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Pokémon TCG Release Dates at Hoyle’s

Jun 11, 2025
New Pokémon TCG Releases — In-Store Only Looking for the latest Pokémon cards? We’ve got all upcoming TCG releases listed and ready — but you’ll need to visit us in person. Due to high demand (and pesky bots), all Pokémon products are now sold in-store only and on a first-come, first-served basis.

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