{
  "id": 13406047,
  "title": "Why Jenga remains a family favourite, and what the 2025 edition brings to the table",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/why-jenga-remains-a-family-favourite-and-what-the-2025-edition-brings",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-10T12:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/best-buys/BestBuys-lifestyle/why-jenga-remains-a-family-favourite-and-what-the-2025-edition-brings-to-the-table-1.500704230"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Jenga remains a beloved family game, with its simple wooden tower of blocks bringing people together for casual, laughter-filled moments. The 2025 edition by Hasbro retains the core gameplay while offering optional ways to play through a free web app. At its heart, Jenga's appeal lies in its ease of understanding and the anticipation of each turn that could lead to the tower's collapse. Players, ranging from children to grandparents, can participate together without extensive preparation, creating a shared experience that transcends age. The game's popularity is evident as it continues to be a go-to for family gatherings, requiring little space and setup, making it perfect for UAE families who often spend more time indoors during warmer months.",
  "summary": "Some games never really leave the family cupboard, and Jenga is one of them. While much of our entertainment now happens through phones, tablets and television screens, a simple tower of wooden blocks can still bring everyone around the same table. There is something familiar about the nervous laughter, careful movements and inevitable crash that follows someone's overly confident turn. Hasbro's…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}