Senet is an ancient board game played by the Egyptians. It is sometimes spelled as "snwt" or "zingat." Senet is also referred to as "Egyptian checkers." The game is believed to have originated more than 5,000 years ago. Some ancient synonyms for the game are said to be "Hounds and Jackals" and "Twenty Squares." However, the exact rules used in these games remain unclear. Modern-day synonyms for senet include games such as "backgammon" and "maze." Senet has become a popular game with archaeologists, historians, and game enthusiasts worldwide, who continue to develop new versions of this ancient game.