Carrom coins poised at the edge of the board — a once-forgotten pastime, now revived by young Saudis drawn to its quiet precision and communal charm. (Source: Shutterstock)
In a society increasingly shaped by screens and the speed of digital life, the quiet return of board games in Saudi Arabia might seem improbable. And yet, across homes and cafés in cities like Jeddah and Riyadh, Saudis are rediscovering the appeal of sitting down, in person, for a round of something that doesn’t require charging.
Games like Jackaroo, Saudi Deal, and…
