Tic-Tac-Toe Goes Giant: An Ancient Game With Ancient Roots

Tic-tac-toe is one of the oldest games still played today. A close version called "terni lapilli" appears in ancient Rome, and grids scratched into stone have been found on Roman ruins — proof that people have been chasing three-in-a-row for a very long time.

Everyone already knows the rules, which is its secret weapon at a party: there's nothing to teach, so guests just play. Going giant turns a paper doodle into a fast, physical game of grabbing squares.

It's a gentle, welcoming option that pairs perfectly next to a more competitive game so every guest has somewhere to land. Giant Tic-Tac-Toe is $15 per event.