ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Game of skill

Dear little one,

Have you ever heard of a game of skill? Well, it's not like any regular game, like hide and seek or tag. A game of skill is a special type of game where the outcome depends on your skills, abilities, and knowledge rather than just pure luck.

Let me explain it to you in simpler words that you can easily understand.

Suppose you and your friends are playing a game where you have to build a Lego castle. Now, this game requires skills like creativity, patience, and building knowledge. The player who builds the strongest and tallest castle using different types of blocks and techniques wins the game.

You see, in a game of skill, the players have to use their brains, knowledge, and abilities to win. The outcome is not just based on luck. You can improve your skills and get better over time, which gives you a better chance of winning.

Now, let me give you an example of a game that's purely based on luck. Have you ever played the game of dice? It's a game where you roll dice, and the result is entirely random. You can't control the outcome, and it's just a matter of luck.

So, my dear, the main difference between a game of skill and a game of luck is that the former requires your active participation and skills, while the latter is based entirely on chance.

I hope you understood it well, and next time you play a game with your friends, you'll know whether it's a game of skill or just pure luck.