Some games have been around for a very long time indeed. Knucklebones is one of them — an ancient game played by the Greeks, including during the legendary siege of Troy, which was said to have lasted ten years. So there’s a reasonable case for calling it a game with staying power.

This New Zealand-made set brings the old game into the present with cast metal knucklebones and full instructions to get you started. Simple to learn and satisfying to master, it’s a hands-on way to discover a pastime that has entertained people for centuries.

A small set with a surprisingly long history — and perhaps proof that you don’t need much equipment to make a good game.