Multiple cell expandable board game

Abstract

The present invention discloses a multiple cell expandable board game (100) that includes a planar game board (104), first type cells (124), second type of cells (128) and a plurality of pawns (220) The game board (104) include a plurality of frames (108, 112, 116, 120) that define play zones. The cells (124, 128) and frames (108, 112, 116, 120) together form a grid with a dash and circle pattern on the game board (104). The pawns (220) are arranged into sets of pawns that each are of a single colour such as red, blue, green, yellow, etc. The objective is for a player to manoeuvre at least one pawn, from the initial position to the target frame or side of the board.

Description

[0001] “MULTIPLE CELL EXPANDABLE BOARD GAME”

[0002] FIELD OF THE INVENTION:

[0003] The present invention relates to a board game with multiple cells and pawns and more particularly to a multiple cell expandable board game.

[0004] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION:

[0005] A board game is a type of tabletop game that involves small objects such as pawns or game pieces that are positioned and moved in certain ways on a specially designed patterned game board. Board games further include other components such as dice, certain cards, etc. However, certain board games also colloquially include games that do not include game boards at all. The earliest known uses of the term "board game" are between the 1840s and 1850s. There are records of a chess-like boardgame being played as early as the Bronze Age, around 5000 years ago. Currently, Senet is argued to be the oldest known board game in the world, with possible game board fragments and undisputed pictorial representations having been found in Predynastic and First Dynasty burials dating as far back as 3500 BC. Board games have a long history all over the world. Right from the Ancient Greek game petteia, Kriegsspiel, war-gaming developed in 19th century Prussia, Fidchell boards of Ireland right upto the early lotteries by dice of the United Kingdom are examples of board games. In India, board games such as Ashtapada, chess, pachisi, chaupar were popular in Ancient India. Carrom is another game that is classified to be a board game from India. Board games are widely used for recreation and strategic play, typically involving a game board, movable game pieces (pawns), and a set of rules. Conventional board games are often limited in the number of players they can accommodate commonly up to four, and typically involve fixed-size boards, limiting scalability and gameplay flexibility. Additionally, traditional pawns lack stackable functionality, restricting game mechanics that could otherwise introduce strategic depth through three-dimensional movement or blocking.

[0006] Some board games, such as chess, depend completely on player skill, while many other board games such as snakes and ladders require no decisions by the players and are decided purely by luck. The elements of luck also make for more excitement at times, and allow for more diverse and multifaceted strategies, as concepts such as expected value and risk management must be considered. Board games such as chess and checkers include beating the opponents on the board. In both the games, there includes two colours of chess pieces and is played by two players. Further, both the players attempt to remove the opponent’s pieces from the board. However, both of these games are very complicated and require training.

[0007] In the Pandemic times with the population observing self-isolation, many turned to traditional board games for entertainment. However, the prominent hurdle in such a case is the need for training and strategy building. Without at least minimum training of strategizing, such board games do not become entertaining and simply sluggish. There has emerged a requirement of games that may be played by persons needing not added skill and minimum strategy. This leads to a limited playing audience. The Patent application WO2012011942A2, to Mimi Kingsley describes a Board game with a board of 49 squares. The players take turns and move coloured tiles in a clockwise manner. The players then engage with each other’s tiles and try to block the opponent’s tile. However, this game is complex and requires understanding of multiple rules. It also is time consuming and not adaptable to a large number of players or different time frames.

[0008] The Patent Application GB2080126A, to Maltby John Ian Shaun, et al teaches a board game with 12 x 12 dots; all of them being the same colour except for two master dots. This game specifically is for two players and each player has 24 pieces. The objective of this game is to hamper the opponent’s pieces by manoeuvreing one’s pieces. It is noted that this game, however, is not expandable so as to allow more players to play, and that is playable between only two players. Further it has time constraint and cannot be played with low time limits.

[0009] There is a need for a board game that includes an expandable, modular game board including multiple cells, enabling gameplay by more than four players simultaneously. Additionally, there is a need for a board game incorporating stackable pawns with structural features that allow stable interlocking and secure positioning during gameplay, thereby enhancing strategic complexity and physical stability of game elements.

[0010] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION:

[0011] The present invention discloses multiple cell expandable board game including a planar game board with a plurality of concentrically arranged frames, each frame defining a distinct play zone and collectively forming a structured grid. The game board also includes a plurality of first-type cells and second-type cells, each substantially circular, equidistant to each other, and dimensioned approximately equal to one another. The first-type cells are positioned along the perimeters of the frames, and the second-type cells are positioned within the spaces between adjacent frames and at the centre of the game board, such that said arrangement of cells defines a grid pattern including dash-and-circle formations corresponding to each frame.

[0012] Further, the board game includes a plurality of pawns, each pawn including a cylindrical body with a circular base and a dome-shaped top projection, the top projection defining a circumferential step, and an internal cavity and a set of internal ribs that are configured to receive and lock onto the step of another pawn, thereby allowing axial stacking of two or more pawns. Further, the said plurality of pawns are categorized into at least four distinct colour-coded sets, each set comprising a predefined number of pawns. Each set is initially positioned on the game board in two aligned files a first file on the first-type cells and a second file on adjacent second-type cells.

[0013] It is noted that the game board is scalable, by modular interconnection of a plurality of game board units via removably attachable fixtures located along the sides of each unit, such that the overall dimensions and shape of the game board being selectively expandable or reducible based on user preference or the number of players. The first frame of the game board is defined by a bold line, the second frame is defined by a set of three lines, the third frame) is defined by a set of two lines and the fourth frame is defined by a single line. Further, number of frames are scalable according to scaling of the game board itself. Furthermore, each set of pawns preferably includes 15 pawns of a single colour and each set of pawns is positioned on one side of the frame such that preferably 8 pawns being positioned on the first type cells of the frame and 7 pawns being positioned on the inner adjacent file of second type pawns during game play.

[0014] The pawns of the board game of the present invention are stackable on each other, irrespective of the colour of pawns that define towers of pawns during game play. Further, each pawn includes a plurality of ribs on the inner side of the pawn that prevents stacked pawns from slipping or falling down. Further, the expandable board game of the present invention includes added frames as per the number of game boards being attached to the game board that allow increased number of players to play the game at the same time.

[0015] Further, the game board is made of cardboard, coated with plastic and the pawns are manufactured of plastic for smooth movement of pawns on the game board. Each of the pawn is manoeuvreed in a straight or diagonal manner onto either first type cells or second type cells only during game play. Further, pawns are manoeuvreed till at least one pawn of a set arrives onto a cell on another side of the particular frame. The board game of the present invention includes blocked zones defined by a predefined number of pawns being positioned on the central part of the game board blocking the certain cells before the start of game play. Further, the game of the present invention is playable by one or more players as per the scale of the game board (104). The method for playing the multiple cell expandable board game includes various steps. An initial step of unfolding the game board of the board game. A second step of attaching other game boards to the game board, thereby defining a larger game board. A third step of arranging the sets of pawns on the game board depending on the number of users and the frames being manoeuvreed on the board. A fourth step of manoeuvring pawns diagonally or in a straight line and this step being repeated by all users. A fifth step of blocking pawns of a different colour by stacking pawns resulting in towers of pawns. A sixth step of jumping of pawns over towers of pawns if the bottom most pawn in the tower is of the same colour as that of the jumping pawn. A seventh step of at least one pawn of a set of pawns arriving at another side of the predefined frame on which pawns are being manoeuvreed and a final step of detaching the game boards, folding and storing the game board as per the user’ s requirement.

[0016] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS:

[0017] The objectives and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following description read in accordance with the accompanying drawings wherein,

[0018] FIG. 1 shows a top view of a gameboard of the multiple cell expandable board game of the present invention;

[0019] FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of the multiple cell expandable board game of FIG. 1; FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of a pawn of the multiple cell expandable board game of FIG. 1 ;

[0020] FIG. 4 shows a bottom view of the pawn of the multiple cell expandable board game of FIG. 1;

[0021] FIG. 5 shows a perspective view of two stacked pawns of the multiple cell expandable board game of FIG. 1 ;

[0022] FIG, 6 shows expandable gameboards of the multiple cell expandable board game of FIG. 1;

[0023] FIG. 7 shows a pawn self-blocking feature of the multiple cell expandable board game of the present invention of FIG. 1 ;

[0024] FIG. 8 shows a pawn tower blocking feature of the multiple cell expandable board game of FIG. 1 ;

[0025] FIG. 9 shows blocked zones feature of the multiple cell expandable board game of FIG. 1; and

[0026] FIG. 10A to FIG. IOC shows a four-player game played of the multiple cell expandable board game of FIG.l.

[0027] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION:

[0028] References in the specification to "one embodiment" or "an embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, characteristic, or function described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of the invention. The appearances of the phrase “in one embodiment” in various places in the specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment. References in the specification to “preferred embodiment” means that a particular feature, structure, characteristic, or function described in detail thereby omitting known constructions and functions for clear description of the present invention.

[0029] The foregoing description of specific embodiments of the present invention has been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the present invention to the precise forms disclosed and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching.

[0030] Referring to FIG. 1, a game board (104) of the multiple cell expandable board game (hereinafter referred to as “board game”) (100) is described. The game board (104) has four sides, each preferably of equal length. In the preferred embodiment, the game board (104) is square in shape; however, alternative shapes may be employed in other embodiments of the present invention.

[0031] The game board (104) includes a plurality of frames, along with a plurality of first-type cells (124) and second-type cells (128). In this one embodiment, the game board (104) includes a first frame (108), a second frame (112), a third frame (116), and a fourth frame (120). These frames (108, 112, 116, 120) are concentrically arranged, with the first frame (108) being the outermost and the fourth frame (120) being the innermost.

[0032] Each frame is spaced advantageously equidistantly from the next, thereby defining uniformly spaced borders between adjacent frames. In accordance with the present invention the first frame (108) is marked by a dark, bold line, the second frame (112) includes three lines per side, the third frame (116) includes two lines per side and the fourth frame (120) is formed by a single line on each side. Each side of these frames (108, 112, 116, 120) is assigned a predefined colour, and the corresponding sides across the frames are of the same colour. Preferred colours used in the present invention include red, yellow, blue, and green.

[0033] Each frame (108, 112, 116, 120) is defined by a plurality of first-type cells (124), that are positioned along the frames at equidistant intervals. Each first-type cell (124) on the game board (104) is preferably circular in shape. These cells (124) are arranged on the frames (108, 112, 116, 120) to form a dash-and-circle pattern that visually defines the perimeter of each frame. In accordance with the present invention, each first-type cell (124) is coded as a coloured cell. In the preferred embodiment, these first type cells (124) are grey in colour.

[0034] The second-type cells (128) are positioned in the spaces between each of the concentric frames (108, 112, 116, 120) at equidistant intervals. Each second- type cell (128) on the game board (104) is preferably circular in shape. A first file (132) of second-type cells (128) is located between the first frame (108) and the second frame (112). A second file (136) is positioned between the second frame (112) and the third frame (116), while a third file (140) is positioned between the third frame (116) and the fourth frame (120). A fourth file (144) of second-type cells (128) is arranged within the innermost area defined by the fourth frame (120). Within this fourth file (144), a central file (148) of coloured first-type cells (124) is positioned. The centre of the game board (104) is marked by a single second-type cell (128). The second-type cells (128) are preferably coated with light-coloured, and in the preferred embodiment, they are white.

[0035] According to the present invention, the preferred overall dimensions of the game board (104) are approximately 50 cm x 50 cm. The first frame (108) has approximate dimensions of 45 cm x 45 cm, the second frame (112) is about 35 cm x 35 cm, the third frame (116) is 25 cm x 25 cm, and the fourth frame (120) is approximately 15 cm x 15 cm. The preferred radius of each cell (124, 128) is approximately 1.5 cm.

[0036] Referring to FIG. 2, a perspective view of the board game (100) of the present invention is illustrated. The board game (100) includes a game board (104), along with four distinct sets of pawns: a first set (204), a second set (208), a third set (212), and a fourth set (216). Each set of pawns (204, 208, 212, 216) is assigned a predefined colour.

[0037] In the preferred embodiment the first set of pawns (204) is red, the second set (208) is blue, the third set (212) is green, and the fourth set (216) is yellow. According to the present invention, each set includes 15 individual pawns (220). The pawns from each set (204, 208, 212, 216) are arranged in two files on the game board (104) in a predefined configuration. For example, when the pawns are to be positioned on the first frame (108), the set of pawns are positioned in two files. A first file of pawns (220) includes 8 pawns that are positioned on the first type of cells (124) on the frame (108). A second file of pawns (220) includes 7 pawns being positioned on the second type of cells (128) directly adjacent to the first file of pawns.

[0038] The first file of pawns (220) is positioned on any one of the frames (108, 112, 116, 120) of the game board (104), specifically on the first type cells (124). This first file of pawns (220) may be arranged along any one side of the selected frame. When positioned on the first frame (108), eight pawns of the corresponding colour (matching the colour of that side of the frame) are used. When positioned on the second frame (112), seven pawns are used. When positioned on the third frame (116), six pawns are used. When positioned on the fourth frame (120), four pawns are used.

[0039] The second file of pawns (220) is positioned on the adjacent second type cells (128), placed directly in front of the pawns from the first file. The second file contains one fewer pawn than the first file. During gameplay, players move pawns from one cell to another. Each pawn (220) is movable only to an immediately adjacent cell of the same colour as the cell on which the pawn is currently positioned.

[0040] The board game (100) of the present invention is designed to be adaptively playable by one or more players, depending on the selected configuration of the game board and the number of pawns sets deployed. In one embodiment, the game may be played in single-player mode, enabling a user to engage with the board independently for practice, puzzle solving, or strategy development.

[0041] In alternate embodiments, the game board (104) is structured to support multi-player gameplay, accommodating two, three, or four players simultaneously. Each player may be assigned a distinct set of pawns, differentiated by colour, and positioned along designated frames of the game board (104) in accordance with the predefined setup rules. It is noted that the modular nature of the game board (104) and the flexibility in the number of pawns (220) utilized per frame allow for dynamic scalability of the gameplay experience. A person having ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the board game (100) is suitable for casual solo play, competitive multi-player sessions, or cooperative strategy formats involving varying numbers of participants. In further embodiments, the game may be scaled beyond four players through expansion of the game board as described herein.

[0042] Referring now to FIGS. 3, 4, and 5, a pawn (220) of the board game (100) of the present invention is described. Each pawn (220) is configured as a generally cylindrical structure comprising three primary components such as a circular top, a cylindrical body, and a circular base. The top surface of the pawn (220) includes a projecting element (304), preferably in the form of a dome-shaped projection. This dome-shaped projection (304) further includes an annular step (308), formed along the circumferential edge of the projection. The step (308) is dimensioned to receive the base of another pawn (220), allowing it to be axially stacked on top of the first pawn. As a result, a stable stack or tower of two or more pawns (220) may be formed.

[0043] The interior surface of each pawn (220) further includes a plurality of ribs (404), configured to enhance the locking engagement during stacking. These ribs (404) are preferably arranged in a diagonal orientation, with one end of each rib connected to the top interior surface of the pawn and the other end attached to the inner side wall of the cylindrical body. The ribs (404) serve as a locking means that prevents the stacked pawns from slipping, tilting, or disengaging during gameplay, thus ensuring positional stability.

[0044] In this embodiment, each pawn (220) has approximate dimensions of 3 cm in height and 3 cm in diameter. However, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that these dimensions may vary in alternative embodiments without departing from the scope and functionality of the present invention.

[0045] Referring to FIG. 6, an embodiment of the expandable game board (604) of the present invention is described. The game board (604) is designed to be modular and scalable, enabling users to expand or reduce the playing area by attaching or detaching additional game board units.

[0046] In this embodiment, the sides of a game board unit (604') are equipped with fixtures (not shown in the figure) that allow for secure attachment to the edge of a second game board unit (604"). These fixtures may include interlocking flaps, tabs, or complementary connectors that are removably attachable, enabling the user to easily join or separate multiple game boards as desired.

[0047] In one embodiment, four game board units are joined together such that each unit shares two engaged sides with adjacent boards, thereby forming a larger, continuous playing surface. In another embodiment, six game board units are joined to create an even larger configuration. The present invention provides modular and reconfigurable game board architecture, wherein the overall size, layout, and geometric configuration of the board is selectively adjustable by the user through the addition or removal of board units. This modularity enables scalable gameplay, permitting customization of the play area in accordance with the number of participants, desired game duration, or level of difficulty, thereby enhancing the adaptability and versatility of the board game system.

[0048] The expanded game board may take on various shapes and dimensions, offering flexibility in gameplay and adjustable play durations. It is, however, noted that the ability to expand or reduce the board directly impacts the complexity, strategy, and length of the game. Regardless of the number of game board (104) units joined, the expanded game board (100) maintains a planar surface and is defined by the unified connection of two or more game board (104) units.

[0049] Referring now to FIGS. 1 to 9, the present invention introduces a preferred method of gameplay enabled by the unique structural and spatial configuration of the board game (100). In particular, the game is designed to accommodate a set of movement directions, each contributing to a dynamic and engaging player experience. These movement directions are inherently tied to the arrangement of coloured and light-coloured cells, as well as to the specific placement and characteristics of the pawns (220).

[0050] In one embodiment, the objective of the game is for a player to manoeuvre at least one pawn — or an entire set of pawns of a given colour toward the opposite end of the game board (100), navigating through permissible movement paths defined by the rules. To facilitate this, the inventor has introduced a set of directional movement schemes based on colour-coded paths and consistent directional commitment. In a first directional scheme, pawns (220) are moved diagonally either to the left or right provided the destination cell shares the same colour as the one currently occupied by the pawn (220). For instance, a pawn (220) positioned on a second type cell may traverse diagonally, but only across other second type cells, and is prohibited from entering a differently coloured zone. This defines a layer of visual guidance and strategy to movement.

[0051] In another embodiment, pawns (220) are alternatively moved forward in a straight line, again restricted to cells of the same colour. A unique gameplay constraint introduced by the present invention is that once a pawn is moved in a selected direction — whether straight or diagonal — it must maintain that direction for the remainder of the game, thereby embedding a strategic continuity constraint into the gameplay. In yet another variant, the dual-file configuration of each pawn set allows players to predetermine the movement behaviour of their pawns. One file may be designated for diagonal movement, while the other is reserved for straight- line movement. A person skilled in the art will appreciate that this pre-play strategic decision enriches the tactical depth of the game and offers variability across different play sessions.

[0052] In accordance with additional embodiments of the present invention, multiple directional schemes of pawn movement and interaction are defined, each contributing to the strategic and dynamic nature of the board game (100). In a second direction of play, a pawn (220) may be positioned on top of another adjacent pawn (220) located on the same diagonal, thereby forming a stack to block the underlying pawn’s movement. This stacking is permitted only when the pawns are immediately adjacent and aligned diagonally, with the blocking pawn positioned behind the blocked pawn relative to the direction of movement. In one embodiment, pawns of different colours may be stacked in this manner to impede progress of opposing players. In another embodiment, pawns of the same colour may be stacked together, forming a same-colour stack (704), which may serve as either a defensive or offensive strategy.

[0053] Further, in yet another embodiment, multiple pawns specifically one, two, or three may be stacked vertically atop another pawn (220), resulting in the formation of a pawn tower (804). However, the maximum height of such a tower is limited to four pawns. In a third direction of play, a pawn (220) may jump over a stack or tower of pawns (804), landing on the next available cell of the same colour on the same diagonal or straight line. The distance jumped corresponds to the number of pawns in the stack being jumped over. For example, a pawn jumping over a tower of two pawns would move forward by two cells.

[0054] In a fourth directional variation, a pawn (220) that is already stacked on a second pawn (220) may be moved and repositioned onto a third adjacent pawn, effectively forming a new block and restricting further movement of the third pawn. This is allowed only when the second and third pawns are positioned adjacently on the same diagonal, with the third pawn being ahead of the second relative to the direction of movement.

[0055] According to a fifth direction of play, a pawn (220) may jump over a stack of exactly two pawns (220) if the bottom pawn in the stack shares the same colour as the jumping pawn. The pawns must be immediately adjacent and aligned diagonally for the jump to be valid. In a sixth directional scheme, applicable in multi-player scenarios involving more than two players, the objective of the game may be modified. Instead of reaching the opposite end of the game board, a player may be required to move their set of pawns to an adjacent side of the board (104). In this embodiment, each player may also be allowed two consecutive moves per turn, thereby increasing the strategic depth and pace of the game.

[0056] In a seventh direction of play, blocked zones (904) may be created by placing two or more pawns of a predefined colour on specific cells of the game board (104) prior to the start of the game. These cells become inaccessible to other pawns, increasing the challenge and complexity of reaching the objective. In an eighth gameplay scheme, the board game may be played as either a single extended round or as multiple short rounds, with point-based scoring. Points may be awarded for each pawn (220) that successfully reaches the target side of the board, with one point assigned per pawn. Additional points may be awarded for valid jumps, while penalties may be applied for blocked or immobilized pawns. Players may also engage in pre-game strategizing, allowing coordination or alliances in certain formats of gameplay.

[0057] Referring now to FIGS. 10A through 10C, a preferred method of playing the board game (100) in accordance with the present invention is described. In an initial setup step, the game board (104) is unfolded or laid flat on a surface. In the next step, the users arrange the respective sets of pawns (220) on the game board (104), based on the number of players and the selected frame zones (108, 112, 116, 120) to be used for gameplay. It is noted that selecting inner frames, such as the third or fourth frame, results in a faster gameplay experience, as fewer pawns and cells are involved. Gameplay is initiated by one player moving a pawn (220) diagonally forward to a valid adjacent cell, followed by similar turns taken by the remaining players in sequence. As the game progresses, any of the directional schemes previously described — including stacking, jumping, blocking, and directional locking may be employed by players in accordance with the rules. The objective remains for a player to manoeuvre at least one pawn, or the full set of pawns, from the initial position to the target frame or side of the board, depending on the selected game mode.

[0058] An important feature of the present invention lies in the scalability of the game. The board game (100) is expandable to support more than four players, such as six, eight, ten, or even twelve players, by joining two or more modular game boards (104) via the integrated connection mechanisms. This modular design facilitates customisation of board dimensions and gameplay complexity, depending on user preferences and group size. The board game (100) thus offers several distinct advantages. The board game (100) is playable by a single user or multiple users, with no fixed player limit due to its expandable architecture. The board game (100) employs only two primary physical components a game board (100) and pawns (220) ensuring simplicity and ease of setup. It requires minimal instruction and no prior training, making it accessible to a wide range of players, including both children and adults. Despite its simplicity, it offers strategic depth and variation through its diverse movement schemes and modular design. A person skilled in the art will appreciate that the features described above collectively disclose the board game (100) that balances ease of use, strategic engagement, and configurational flexibility in a single, scalable platform.

[0059] The embodiments were chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the present invention and its practical application, to thereby enable others, skilled in the art to best utilize the present invention and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.

[0060] It is understood that various omission and substitutions of equivalents are contemplated as circumstances may suggest or render expedient, but such are intended to cover the application or implementation without departing from the scope of the present invention.

Claims

CLAIMS:

1. A multiple cell expandable board game (100) comprising: a. a planar game board (104) including a plurality of concentrically arranged frames (108, 112, 116, 120), each frame defining a distinct play zone and collectively forming a structured grid; b. a plurality of first-type cells (124) and second-type cells (128), each being substantially circular, equidistantly positioned, and dimensioned approximately equal to one another, wherein the first- type cells (124) are positioned along the perimeters of the frames (108, 112, 116, 120), and the second-type cells (128) are positioned within the spaces between adjacent frames and at the centre of the game board (104), such that said arrangement of cells defines a grid pattern including dash-and-circle formations corresponding to each frame; c. a plurality of pawns (220), each pawn including: a cylindrical body with a circular base and a dome-shaped top projection (304), the top projection defining a circumferential step (308), and an internal cavity and a set of internal ribs (404) configured to receive and lock onto the step (308) of another pawn, thereby allowing axial stacking of two or more pawns;wherein said plurality of pawns (220) is categorized into at least four distinct colour-coded sets, each set comprising a predefined number of pawns, and wherein pawns of each set are initially positioned on the game board (104) in two aligned files a first file on the first- type cells (124) and a second file on adjacent second-type cells (128); and the game board (104) being scalable, the scalability being achieved by modular interconnection of a plurality of game board units (604) via removably attachable fixtures located along the sides of each unit, such that the overall dimensions and shape of the game board being selectively expandable or reducible based on user preference or the number of players.

2. The multiple cell expandable board game (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first frame (108) being defined by a bold line, the second frame (112) being defined by a set of three lines, the third frame (116) being defined by a set of two lines and the fourth frame (120) being defined by a single line and the number of frames being scalable according to scaling of the game board (104) itself.

3. The multiple cell expandable board game (100) as claimed in claim 1 and 2, wherein each set of pawns preferably includes 15 pawns of a single colour and each set of pawns is positioned on one side of the frame (108, 112, 116, 120) such that preferably 8 pawns being positioned on the first type cells (124) of the frame and 7 pawns being positioned on the inner adjacent file of second type pawns (128) during game play.

4. The multiple cell expandable board game (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein pawns (220) being stackable on each other, irrespective of the colour of pawns (220) thereby defining towers of pawns during game play.

5. The multiple cell expandable board game (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein each pawn (220) including a plurality of ribs (404) on the inner side of the pawn (220) preventing stacked pawns from slipping or falling down.

6. The multiple cell expandable board game (100) as claimed in claim 1 wherein the expanded game board (104) defining added frames (108’, 112’, 116’, 120’) as per the number of game boards (604’, 604”) being attached to the game board (104) allowing increased number of players to play the game at the same time.

7. The multiple cell expandable board game (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the game board (104) being made of cardboard, coated with plastic and the pawns (220) being manufactured of plastic for smooth movement of pawns (220) on the game board (104).

8. The multiple cell expandable board game (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein each of the pawn being manoeuvred in a straight or diagonal manner onto either first type cells (124) or second type cells (128) only during game play.

9. The multiple cell expandable board game (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein pawns (220) being manoeuvred till at least one pawn (220) of a set arrives onto a cell (124, 128) on another side of the particular frame (108, 112, 116, 120).

10. The multiple cell expandable board game (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein blocked zones (904) being defined by a predefined number of pawns being positioned on the central part of the game board (104) blocking the certain cells before the start of game play.

11. The multiple cell expandable board game (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the game being playable by one or more players as per the scale of the game board (104).

12. A method for playing the multiple cell expandable board game as claimed in claim 1, comprising the steps of:Unfolding the game board (104) of the board game (100);Attaching other game boards (604’, 604”) to the game board (104), thereby defining a larger game board (104);Arranging the sets of pawns (220) on the game board (104) depending on the number of users and the frames (108, 112, 116, 120) being manoeuvred on the board (104);Manoeuvring pawns (220) diagonally or in a straight line and this step being repeated by all users;Blocking pawns (220) of a different colour by stacking pawns (220) resulting in towers of pawns (804);Jumping of pawns (220) over towers of pawns (220) if the bottom most pawn in the tower is of the same colour as that of the jumping pawn (220);At least one pawn (220) of a set of pawns arriving at another side of the predefined frame (108, 112, 116, 120) on which pawns are being manoeuvred; andDetaching the game boards (604’, 604”), folding and storing the game board (104) as per the user’s requirement.

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