PIKO

is the Philippine variation of the game hopscotch. The players stand behind the
edge of a box, and each throws their cue ball. The first to play is determined
depending on the players' agreement (e.g. nearest to the markings of the
moon, wings or chest).

What is the mechanics of playing Piko?

Every player plays the game twice; the first time he begins in his moon, and the second time
in his opponent's moon. When he is through, back and forth, then the second part is started.
Care must be taken in throwing the pamato into their exact places, in hopping and in
kicking it out.

Origin
This traditional game is not only popular in the Philippines before but also in
many parts of the world but the rules and mechanics varies on locations. It is
thought that the origin maybe from Romans or Chinese. The earliest record was
in 1677 in Poor Robins Almanack with the name "Scotch-hoppers"