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Many board games are now available as video games, which can include the computer itself as one of several players, or as sole opponent.

The rise of computer use is one of the reasons said to have led to a relative decline in board games.

Many board games can now be played online against a computer and / or other players.

Some websites allow play in real time and immediately show the opponents ' moves, while others use email to notify the players after each move ( see the links at the end of this article ).

Modern technology ( the internet and cheaper home printing ) has also influenced board games via the phenomenon of print-and-play board games that you buy and print yourself.