What Is the Game of al-Ghummayda?

Al-Ghummayda, also known as al-Ghumma, is a popular traditional children's game in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It has a simple concept and doesn't require a specific number of players or a set time for ending the game.

The concept of al-Ghummayda game involves covering the eyes of one player with a piece of cloth to limit their vision. This player then begins searching for the other players who have hidden in various places, often making noises to confuse the seeker. If the seeker catches one of the players, the caught player takes over the role of the seeker and starts searching for the others.