This type of tabletop game translates the outdoor sport of throwing discs into baskets onto a playing surface. Players navigate a course represented on the board, using dice rolls, card draws, or other mechanics to simulate disc throws, obstacles, and the overall challenge of completing each hole with the fewest attempts. As an example, one such game might involve moving a token across a gridded course, with varying terrain impacting the ‘distance’ of each throw.
The principal advantage of this recreational activity lies in its accessibility; it allows enthusiasts to engage with the core concepts of the sport regardless of weather conditions or access to a physical course. Furthermore, this category of game can serve as an introductory tool for newcomers, familiarizing them with terminology, strategy, and the general rules of the outdoor activity. Its development mirrors the growth in popularity of the outdoor sport, with initial, simpler versions evolving into more complex and strategic simulations.