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Gamers compete in Uckers World Championships in Portsmouth
Overview
Board game enthusiasts gathered at Portsmouth's Royal Maritime Hotel for the Uckers World Championships, a traditional naval game invented in the 18th century and often described as a supercharged version of Ludo.
Key points
- Fifty-six competitors took part in the Uckers World Championships at Portsmouth's Royal Maritime Hotel.
- Uckers was invented by British sailors in the 18th century and has been played by the Royal Navy for over a century.
- The event featured both singles and doubles competitions open to all participants.
- Players described the game as involving a mix of chance and luck, similar to Ludo and Frustration.