My favorite childhood games:
1. Hunting - My gang and I used to set traps in the bushes to catch small animals. I once caught a Falcon whom I fed and took care off. It was a good pet.
2. Fishing - I made a makeshift raft using some oil drums and some planks. Fishing in the Indian ocean was awesome except for when you drifted too far out.
3. Dog Fights - Each gang used to bring thier animal and we would see which one was more fierce. Many a lunch money was won thanks to my Rhodesian Ridgeback.
4. Scientist/Rocket Specialist - We used to alter fireworks and shoot them @ other kids.

5. Football - Nothing is more excilerating than playing for honor, or money or simply your shoes.
Life as a kid was awesome.