Celebrated on the third lunar day of the Hindu month of Vaisakha, Akshaya Tritiya is a day of endless fortune. Families often mark it with traditional customs of purchasing gold and making charity donations. However, an out-of-the-box way to celebrate the occasion is by playing games that inherently bear the theme of prosperity. With the auspicious festival of Akshaya Tritiya fast approaching, we bring you some simple, fun games to add happiness and good luck to your celebrations.

1. Ludo on Zupee: Real Rewards for Real Skills

Ludo, a classic Indian board game, gets a modern twist on Zupee. This online skill-based gaming platform lets you play quick, 8-10 minute matches to win real rewards. Going beyond traditional Ludo, you don’t have to wait out for a "6" to start with this skill-based version, as it values strategic gameplay more than sheer chance. Zupee’s iteration of Ludo ties perfectly to Akshaya Tritiya’s theme of prosperity. The game rewards strategic moves, like capturing opponents’ tokens or reaching home, which earns bonus points. Playing Ludo here is a nod to ancient Indian traditions where board games symbolized life’s journey.

2. Tambola with a Prosperity Twist

Tambola (Housie) is a number-calling game where players mark tickets. You can customize it for Akshaya Tritiya by using themed patterns like "Full House" renamed to "Wealthy Home". Instead of regular numbers, link them to lucky symbols-for example, "8" could mean "infinite wealth." Prizes could be anything that symbolizes prosperity – right from fruits and sweets to small plants like jade and money plant.

3. Snakes and Ladders: Learn Through Play

This ancient game, originally called Moksha Patam, teaches karma: ladders reward good deeds, while snakes punish vices. Create a custom board on Akshaya Tritiya where ladders represent charity or prayers, and snakes symbolize greed. It’s a great way to teach kids about the festival’s values. The first to reach "100" wins, mirroring the pursuit of spiritual and material success.

4. Treasure Hunt: Clues to Wealth

Another fun and unconventional way for celebrating the spirit of Akshaya Tritiya is organizing a ‘Treasure Hunt’ for your loved ones. You can hide clues around your home that will lead to hidden ‘treasure’. It could be anything that your family members will cherish - a gold or silver coin, an envelope of cash, some sweets, or even a latest gadget.

Summing Up

Akshaya Tritiya is about joy, family, and inviting prosperity. Games like Ludo on Zupee or Akshaya Tritiya-themed Tambola add fun while respecting traditions. Pair them with acts of kindness - donate food or help someone in need - to truly embrace the day’s essence. After all, Akshaya Tritiya is all about spreading positivity and, in turn, attracting prosperity.