Game Design Question

Would people in every universe converge on a game similar to chess, or is it so boring that only our world would bother with it?

What Fantasy MUST Keep in Mind About Science Fiction

The ancient super-civilization doesn't have to be us. You can just have double magic instead of having someone examine an object that's some kind of tube with a handle. I'm not saying don't do that. This is just a reminder to consider your options.

Definition Corner

Feudal: People will get mad at me if I try to define this.
Medieval: Not touching this one with a ten-foot pole.
Civilization: Absolutely not.