Turn the Tide*
Turn the Tide is a clever card game that combines strategy, prediction, and a bit of luck. Players start with a hand of 12 cards from a deck numbered 1-60, with the remainder set aside for the entire game. Each round involves choosing a card secretly and then revealing them simultaneously. Scoring involves collecting cards from a separate deck, with the highest card played taking the lower scoring card and the second-highest taking the other. A unique aspect is the rotation of hands, as players pass their entire hand to the next player after each round, challenging them to score well with the same cards their neighbor previously used.
Gameplay Overview
- Hand Management: Start with a hand of 12 cards and use them strategically.
- Simultaneous Play: Choose and reveal cards at the same time as other players.
- Scoring: Aim to collect scoring cards by playing the highest or second-highest card.
Special Features
- Hand Rotation: Pass your hand to the next player after each round.
- Marker Cards: Track your progress and score with special marker cards.
- Strategy and Adaptation: Adapt your strategy based on the hand you receive each round.
Conclusion
Turn the Tide is perfect for those who enjoy card games that require strategic thinking and adaptability. The game's twist of rotating hands adds a unique challenge, as players must continuously adjust their strategies based on the new hand they receive. It's a fun and engaging game for players who like a mix of strategy and unpredictability.
Nominated for 2 awards.
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- 3 - 5 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
We like Turn the Tide so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024
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- Position 1 in All "À la carte🇩🇪 2001" game award winners & nominees in comparison
- Position 3 in All "Spiel des Jahres🇩🇪 2001" game award winners & nominees in comparison
- Position 23 in The best board games of the 90s
- Position 3 in The best games from Stefan Dorra 🇩🇪👨
- Position 25 in The Best Games from AMIGO 🇩🇪🏢
- Position 18 in The best games presented at the Spiel 2012 game fair in Essen, Germany
- Position 5 in The best games released in 1997📆
- Position 6 in The best games with sheep 🐑