
Clicking a button to play on the Internet did not launch a browser, and we could play no games at the URL provided. Dice games include Yacht (Yahtzee), Triple Yacht (which is a three-rowed version of Yacht for much longer games), Zilch (a fun and. Chess, Backgammon, Checkers, Rummy, Pachisi, Reversi and Dominoes make up the old timers.

The option for Internet multiplay is advertised within the game, but is not mentioned in the manual. Hoyle Board Games 2005 includes many classics from previous versions and some extras thrown in. Much less obnoxious than typical computer players, these characters are creatively voiced and often comment on specific action in the game currently in play. For solitary players, artificial characters are included. Hoyle Board Games allows for multiple players to sit down at the keyboard to enjoy the multiplayer board game of their choice. There’s even a fun tool included to create original portraits, should those provided fail to strike one’s fancy.

There are a wide variety of player portraits to choose from, ranging from business professionals to farm animals and monsters.

Don’t know the rules to Reversi or Pachisi? That’s not a problem, as this collection also includes an excellent, interesting manual, both electronic and hard copy, detailing the rules and histories of all its games. Pointing, clicking, and dragging are the only skills needed to enjoy the games provided. Playing Hoyle Board Games is simple and intuitive.
