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Miniature tabletop sports game

Enjoy the excitement of a sport in a compact format, using dexterity to control game pieces and score points.

A miniature tabletop sports game shrinks a sport like bowling, mini golf or soccer down to a size that fits on a desk or kitchen table. It suits sports fans, coworkers and teens, as a quick match can happen during a break or between holiday courses.

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Why miniature tabletop sports game make a good gift

  • It lets sports fans play a favourite game indoors during the long winter months.
  • The compact size suits a desk, dorm room or small apartment.
  • Matches are quick, which makes it an easy icebreaker at office parties.

What to look for

  • Match the sport to the recipient, whether hockey, golf, basketball, bowling or soccer.
  • Check the playing surface size against the desk or table where it will sit.
  • See whether launchers, balls and spare pieces are included in the box.

Kinds worth searching

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  • Desktop mini basketball
  • Mini tabletop hockey
  • Finger soccer game
  • Desktop bowling set

Questions people ask

Do miniature tabletop sports games need batteries?
Most use finger flicks or spring launchers and need no power, but versions with electronic scoreboards may need batteries, so check the listing.
How much space do these games take up?
Many are small enough for a desk, though some hockey and soccer versions need a full tabletop.

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