In honor of the Jenga-playing cat named Moe, who has stolen the hearts of many, a compilation of Jenga game variations has been put together. The video, which was posted by owner Alan Palesko, has already garnered over six million views. Imagine how many more would have watched the viral video if it had involved Jenga Boom, which adds an unexpected explosion throughout the game, or even a robotic player in place of a human one.
These Jenga game variations show just how beloved the building block game is. A test of small motor skills, patience and strategy, it has been re-imagined as an educational tool for children as well as gifts for geeks and more.
10 Jenga Game Variations
From Sci-Fi Toppling Games to Educational Building Blocks:
Meghan Young — May 30, 2014 — Life-Stages
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Educational-Promoting Block Games
The Stacking Veggie Game Puts a Brainy and Healthy Spin on Jenga
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DIY Giant Jenga Games
Blog 'A Beautiful Mess' Teaches You How to Build Your Own Giant Jenga
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Jenga Tetris Combines the Tetris Shapes with the Jenga Tower
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Movie-Themed Building Blocks
The 'Nightmare Before Christmas' Jenga Game
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Sci-Fi Toppling Games
The Tumbling TARDISTower Game Adds a Twist to a Party Favorite
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Imminent Explosion Building Blocks
Jenga Boom Cuts Playing Time by Putting Players Under Pressure
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Party Board Game Apps
The Jenga App Brings Towering Tension into the Digital Form
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Oversized Block Stacking Games
This Super Sized Jenga Game is a Children's Game for Adults
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Tactile Gamer Puzzles
Donkey Kong-Themed Jenga Brings a Nintendo Twist to a Classic Game
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Block Rockin' Guns
The Jenga Pistol Gives Players an Unfair Edge
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