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[Packet Game] Let's handcraft a board game originating from Europe!
Do you know the “Packet Game”? The packet game is a competitive board game that originated in Europe.
You flick balls called “packets” with a rubber band stretched on your side, and you win by sending more of your balls through the hole in the central divider into your opponent’s side—a simple and easy-to-understand game that has long been loved in Europe.
In this article, we’ll introduce DIY ideas for the packet game that people of all ages—from children to seniors—can enjoy! There are also quick and easy ideas you can make with materials you have on hand, so be sure to use them as a reference.
[Packet Game] Let's handcraft a board game originating from Europe!
Packet game made with a cutting board
Let’s make a packet game using cardboard and plastic bottle caps.
Cardboard is something we often use in daily life, right? And plastic bottle caps are often thrown away after we finish the drink inside the bottle.
First, use cardboard to make a shallow rectangular box.
You can use regular glue for assembly, but a hot glue gun is recommended because it bonds faster and more strongly than liquid glue.
Create a divider inside the box to form two territories, thread rubber bands to pull the bottle caps, and you’re done.
It’s easy to make, so give it a try!
Packet game made from cardboard
Here’s an introduction to a simple puck game you can make using cardboard.
More and more people are shopping online these days, and products often arrive in cardboard boxes.
Even when shopping in person, some people put their purchases in cardboard instead of bags.
That kind of cardboard can be turned into a fun game.
Cut and assemble the cardboard into a rectangular box shape and attach two colors of construction paper.
You can also make eight round pucks and the elastic-equipped tools out of cardboard.
For the divider in the center of the box, you can cut it from cardboard, or use ice pop sticks sold at 100-yen shops.
You can easily make it using boxes that once held souvenirs, sweets, or small items, too.
Packet game with cute illustrations
If you use a board game featuring illustrations you drew yourself or your favorite characters, it’ll be even more exciting.
Try enjoying a packet game using sheets with illustrations.
In a packet game, you stretch a rubber band to launch the packets and slide them into your opponent’s territory.
The key is to make the packets slide smoothly and protect the illustrations by putting cellophane tape over them so the packets don’t leave marks.
It’s also nice to color the illustrated sheets however you like.
With a bit of creativity, you can enjoy a game full of originality.
Wooden Packet Game
If you want to enjoy a genuine board game, we recommend handcrafted wooden pucket sets.
While most are made of plastic, wooden pucket sets feature natural wood grain and the unique warmth of handmade items.
With a fully crafted pucket game—cutting, machining, and assembling the lumber—the joy when you finish will be all the greater.
That said, you may hesitate because you’ll need specialized tools like an electric sander.
Many home improvement stores have a cutting service where they’ll cut your preferred wood.
Try taking on what you can and enjoy making one yourself.
In conclusion
We introduced some DIY ideas for the European-born tabletop game “Packet Game.” It’s simple—just flick the pieces through the holes—so there’s no need to learn any complicated rules. As long as you have a board, anyone can enjoy it, so try making one with materials you have at home and have fun playing!