Strategy Board Game Funskool Mega House Othello 2 Players 8Y+ – Black & White

Funskool Mega House Othello – 2 Players 8Y+ Black & White

Discover a classic game of strategy with the Funskool Mega House Othello. Designed for 2 players aged 8 years+, Othello is easy to learn but offers deep strategic gameplay as players compete to control the board using black-and-white reversible discs.

Each player chooses a colour and takes turns placing discs on the board. Capture your opponent's discs by trapping them between two of your own, then flip the captured discs to your colour. The balance of the game can change with every move, making careful planning essential.

A Minute to Learn, a Lifetime to Master

Othello begins with just four discs in the centre of the board. As play continues, players place additional discs and flip captured pieces, with as many as 64 discs occupying the board by the final move. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Capture & Control the Board

On each turn, place a disc so that one or more of your opponent's discs are trapped between your newly placed disc and another disc of your colour. All captured discs are flipped over, changing them to your colour.

Strategic Corner Play

Funskool highlights corner control as an important part of Othello strategy. Once a corner is secured, that disc cannot be outflanked, making positioning and planning several moves ahead especially important. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Product Features

• Original Funskool Othello strategy board game
• Mega House game range
• Designed for 2 players
• Recommended for children aged 8 years+
• Classic black-and-white reversible disc gameplay
• Capture opposing discs by flanking them
• Captured discs are flipped to the player's colour
• Up to 64 discs can occupy the board
• Encourages strategic thinking and planning
• Supports logical reasoning and problem-solving
• Helps develop concentration and decision-making
• Different board positions make every game unique
• No batteries required
• Made in India

Product Details

• Item: Strategy Board Game
• Brand: Funskool
• Range: Mega House
• Item Name: Othello
• Size: 2 Players / 8Y+
• Colour: Black & White
• SKU: FSIN/96110
• Product Code: 9611000
• Recommended Age: 8 Years+
• Number of Players: 2
• Maximum Discs on Board: 64
• Product Type: Strategy Board Game
• Manufacturer: Funskool India Ltd.
• Country of Origin: India

How to Play

Start with four discs placed in the centre of the board. Players then take turns placing a disc of their colour. A legal move must trap at least one opposing disc between the newly placed disc and another disc of the same colour. All trapped discs are flipped. If a player has a legal move, it must be played. The game ends when the board is full or no further legal moves can be made. The player controlling the greater number of discs wins. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Developmental Benefits

• Encourages strategic thinking
• Develops logical reasoning
• Supports forward planning
• Helps improve concentration
• Encourages problem-solving and decision-making
• Promotes screen-free competitive play

Inclusions

• 1 x Othello Game Board
• 64 x Double-Sided Black & White Playing Discs
• 1 x Game Instructions

Note: Funskool confirms gameplay with up to 64 discs. Packaging artwork and component finish may vary with manufacturer updates.