Abstract: A tailgate liner and game apparatus is provided. The tailgate liner and game apparatus includes a generally rectangular panel sized and integrally formed to fit on a truck tailgate surface and substantially cover and protect an underlying surface of the truck tailgate surface. The panel includes a game board integrally formed therewith. The game board has a plurality of cup holders arranged in one or more triangular formations. The game board has a flat bounce surface between a triangular formation and an end of the panel. A tailgate liner which is a rigid polymer sheet formed to a configuration corresponding to the shape of a truck tailgate and securable to the tailgate is also disclosed. The sheet is durable and protects a portion of the truck tailgate. The sheet includes an integrally formed game surface configured to receive game pieces for game play.