The game Go is a board game that originated in China over 2,500 years ago. Exactly when or how the game was invented is not known. Go is played on a board that has a black lined grid. The object is to control more of the board than the opposing player does. The pieces are called stones and are normally black and white. Players strategically place their pieces to not only surround the other
. players stones but also to avoid being captured. There are two types of scoring systems with the game of Go and players should agree which one to use before starting a game. Go is not restricted to just boards and stones anymore. New players wanting to learn the game go download it off a variety of websites. You can find more information here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Go_%28game%29
