{"title":"All Games","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Local makes card games for the sport you are already watching. Match-day events drive the game, giving your mates something to play alongside the broadcast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-local\"\u003eAussie Rules footy drinking card game\u003c\/a\u003e, explore the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cricket-the-local\"\u003eCricket card game\u003c\/a\u003e or see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rugby-league-the-local\"\u003eRugby League card game\u003c\/a\u003e. The editions follow different sports; check each listing for its details and current availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying a present? Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/footy-gifts\"\u003efooty gifts\u003c\/a\u003e. Hosting a match? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/games-to-play-while-watching-footy\"\u003egames to play while watching footy\u003c\/a\u003e. The Local drinking card games are for adults aged 18 and over.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-local","title":"Aussie Rules - The Local","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe footy is already on. Now everyone has a game to play.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Local is a footy drinking card game played alongside live Aussie Rules. Deal five cards each before the first bounce. When an event on your card happens on screen, slide it aside and score the points shown. Highest score at the final siren wins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 game cards + 1 rules card · 2–6 players · Ages 18+ · Designed in Melbourne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the footy card game works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe match does the work. Goals, marks and score reviews become moments to watch for, depending on the cards you are holding. Keep the rules card handy for the details, settle in with your mates and follow the game already on TV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a deck of unrelated dares or questions, The Local follows what happens during the match. It is built for the couch, a Friday-night get-together or a Grand Final watch party. Plan around the match rather than a fixed number of rounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA footy gift for the fan who has the scarf\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying for Dad, your partner or the mate who always hosts? Give them something for game day itself. The Aussie Rules edition does not require choosing their favourite team's colours or guessing a clothing size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/footy-gifts\"\u003efooty gifts for game day\u003c\/a\u003e, or read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/the-best-footy-gifts-for-afl-fans-2026-gift-guide\"\u003efooty gift ideas\u003c\/a\u003e for other ways to buy for a fan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA few useful answers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many people can play?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo to six players, ages 18 and over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100 event-based game cards and one rules card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes everyone have to drink alcohol?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Keep the card points and use non-alcoholic drinks, or play for points only. There is no need to turn the game into a drinking target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it designed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMelbourne, Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich sport is this edition for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAussie Rules. For other broadcasts, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cricket-the-local\"\u003eCricket edition\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rugby-league-the-local\"\u003eRugby League edition\u003c\/a\u003e. Check each product page for availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePutting a group together? Try our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/games-to-play-while-watching-footy\"\u003egames to play while watching footy\u003c\/a\u003e, including points-only prediction games and a make-your-own bingo board.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Local Games Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52198905839897,"sku":"LOCAL-AFL-001","price":34.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/1377\/0009\/files\/FootyFront.jpg?v=1787307351"},{"product_id":"rugby-league-the-local","title":"Rugby League - The Local","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe match is on. Now everyone has something to play for.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Local Rugby League is a rugby league drinking card game built around the game on TV. Tries, forward passes, captain's challenges and match-day moments give your cards something to react to while you follow the play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 rugby league game cards · Ages 18+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade for watching Rugby League\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your cards in view, follow the included instructions and watch for the events on your cards. There is no app to download or separate trivia round to pull everyone away from the match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring it out for a weekend game, an interstate clash or a finals gathering. The broadcast supplies the action; your mates supply the commentary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA game-day gift, not another bit of team gear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying for a league fan, a partner or the mate who hosts? The Rugby League edition gives the group something to use together during the match, without needing a clothing size or a favourite team's colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a gift exchange, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/kris-kringle-secret-santa-gifts-for-sports-fans\"\u003eKris Kringle and Secret Santa ideas for sports fans\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose the right edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition follows Rugby League, not Rugby Union or Aussie Rules. Watching another sport? See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-local\"\u003eAussie Rules footy drinking card game\u003c\/a\u003e, explore the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cricket-the-local\"\u003eCricket edition\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-games\"\u003eall The Local live-sport card games\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the current availability and delivery options before ordering for a particular match or gift date. Play at your own pace, and respect anyone who chooses not to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Local Games Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52965723832601,"sku":"LOCAL-RUG-001","price":34.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/1377\/0009\/files\/RugbyFront.jpg?v=1787703366"},{"product_id":"cricket-the-local","title":"T20 Cricket - The Local","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe cricket is already on. Give the room a game to play.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Local Cricket is a cricket drinking card game built around the match you are watching. Wickets, dropped catches, reviews and maiden overs become things to look out for on your cards, rather than another reason to check your phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 cricket game cards · Ages 18+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA card game that follows the cricket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe events on screen drive the game. Keep your cards in view, follow the included instructions and watch for the moments on your cards. There is no app to download and no separate quiz competing with the broadcast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA gift for the cricket fan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the mate who always has the score open, or the person who hosts every summer gathering, this is something to bring out while the match is on. You do not need to know their shirt size or choose a team's colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying for a gift exchange? See our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/kris-kringle-secret-santa-gifts-for-sports-fans\"\u003eKris Kringle and Secret Santa ideas for sports fans\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose your match\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Cricket edition. Watching a different sport? Explore the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-local\"\u003eAussie Rules footy drinking card game\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rugby-league-the-local\"\u003eRugby League edition\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-games\"\u003eall The Local live-sport card games\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the current availability and delivery options before ordering for a particular match or gift date. Play at your own pace, and respect anyone who chooses not to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Local Games Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52965768626457,"sku":"LOCAL-CRK-001","price":34.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/1377\/0009\/files\/CricketFront.jpg?v=1787703499"}],"url":"https:\/\/thelocalgamesco.com.au\/collections\/all-games.oembed","provider":"The Local","version":"1.0","type":"link"}