Guest Author - Lynn Little

Card games are fun for all ages. While there are many card games that are meant for kids, there are plenty of card games that can be a lot of fun and challenging for adults to play. Here are some card games that would make great gifts for adults.

Great Dalmuti is a fun party game. The more players, the more fun it is to play. The object of the game is to be the first player to get rid of all of your cards and become the Great Dalmuti.

Three Dragon Ante is a fantasy card game from Wizards of the Coast. Three-Dragon Ante has element of poker in it. You want to try to have the best dragon flight (three cards) to win the hand. Three-Dragon Ante can also be use in the RPG Dungeons and Dragons.

Inn Fighting Dwarves in a bar and a fight ensues. You will have to fight your way to victory in this one. Once your dwarf has taken as much damage as he can, the game might just be over for you. Inn Fighting is another card game from Wizards of the Coast.

In Pit player vie to be the first to corner the market in one commodity. To do that, players must trade with other players, collecting the needed amount of cards to win the round.

24 Countdown is a card game based on the very popular TV show 24. In the card game, you must figure who, what, and where. Pinpoint the location of someone and what they are doing to win the game.

UNO is a rummy-like game that is quite popular. There are countless UNO specialty decks that feature a variety of themes from pets to cartoons, to movies. UNO really comes out with many specialty decks this time of the year, making it easy to find something that fits everyone's taste.

Beer Money is the grown up version of Lunch Money from Atlas Games. In Beer Money, you must protect your beer money from other players who will try to get your money by playing cards. Be the person with the most money and win the game.

Once Upon a Time is for those who love fairy tales and to create their own stories. Players must weave a story together by using elements found on their cards. Expansion packs add more fantasy creatures or blank cards to create your own.

Fluxx is a card game where the rules to win are always changing. With each card played, the condition for winning could be different. Fluxx comes with the original set or buy either EcoFluxx or Zombie Fluxx to suit the taste of those on your list.

Giving a card game as a Christmas gift can be an inexpensive way to give this season. Also as part of the gift, plan a game night to play the new card game. Spending time with friends is a gift that both of you can enjoy.