Description:
While Qwirkle is as simple as matching colors and shapes, it is a game that also requires tactical maneuvers and well-planned strategy. The game consists of 108 wooden blocks with six different shapes in six colors. Using the blocks, players attempt to score the most points by building lines that share a common attribute--either shape or color. Qwirkle is a quick game to learn, but you'll soon discover that you'll need to think strategically in order to score the most points.
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Our Review:
Qwirkle is a little like Set meets Scrabble. The rules are simple—-build rows of similar tiles for maximum points. Blocks can either be colored or patterned similarly. Lines of six tiles are called a Qwirkle and score a bonus. Add tiles to more than one line at a time, and the points start to add up. Complete more than one Qwirkle at a time, and the points multiply rapidly—-kind of like completing a whole row in the video game Tetris.
Qwirkle is a true family game, with flexibility to match most family situations. It allows 2 to 4 players, ages 6 and up. We have played this game with two adults, an adult and a six-year-old child, and as a whole family, and the game is fun in any combination, as advertised. Learning the rules was quick and easy, allowing us to dive right into the fun. It took us about ten minutes to read and digest the rules, and takes about 45 minutes to play, regardless of how many are playing.
There is no outside knowledge required to play, and the rules are simple enough that a child can easily grasp the game play. However, there is more strategy and interaction than first meets the eye—there is enough here to make repeated play interesting for adults too. No wonder this game won both the Parent’s Choice Foundation’s Gold Award and the Mensa Select competition. Here at BoardGameRatings.com, we heartily endorse Qwirkle as our Best Family Game Award winner for 2007.
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User Reviews:
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Go it alone!
After playing it according to the rules (and LOVING it), I decided to adapt it for solitaire play. Play as usual for exactly 10 rounds. I think my 10-round high score was 116.
Finding that quite fun, I got everyone back together and we played "group solitaire." Everyone plays his or her own game until one player finishes his/her 10th round. At that point, the other players may finish what they were doing (or not, depending on how ruthless you want to be). High score is the winner. No bonus points for finishing first.
by Lynette (Jan 14 2012)
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Love it!
We are addicted to this game, my husband, myself and our 22 year old daughter. Bought it as a birthday present and enjoyed playing it so much we bought our own..... I plan to give many for Christmas. A great family game for all ages that really does require strategy to play.. it is not just luck.
by Mary (Nov 22 2011)
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I bought this game for our family last year for Christmas and we love it. It gets played a lot. We have even introduced the tiles to our 2 1/2 year old gradtwins to sort!!! A game for all ages to enjoy!!!!
by PEGGY (Nov 10 2011)
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Awesome game
My husband and I play this game every evening after dinner. It is great fun and we have learned more strategy the more we play. Wonderful game for 2 or more people. Highly recommend.
by Claudine (Jul 29 2011)
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Love it!
My husband and I were introduced to Qwirkle around Christmas time and immediately bought the game to have it at home. We have played it countless of times since, mainly just the two of us, and have had a great time with it! When we do play it with others, it is always fun and they enjoy it too. I highly recommend it as each time we play it, there are new, various challenges to making points and it never gets boring!
by Joy (Apr 28 2011)
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 Solid game to pass time
I have no problem with this game, but I think "good" describes this game accurately. The rules are simple, the game packs small, and it does require your full attention at all times. If you are looking for a game to really get into, look elsewhere. If, however, you're looking for light entertainment while talking or watching football, this is a winner.
by Michael (Nov 17 2010)
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 the game stinks
totally boring dude
by JJ (May 23 2010)
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 Mike
What I like about this game is that it affords time to have a conversation with the other players. You don’t spend all of your time strategizing, planning, etc. Instead after playing a few rounds, the game just flows and you find yourself talking to the other players about other things. Its a great coffee game!
Its not overly competitive but there is some strategy to it. There is also some excitement as you draw new tiles, hoping to get the one(s) you need.
The pieces are wood based and have a nice look and feel to them. However, the game (at least the version I have) does not come with a tile bag or a rack for hiding tiles from other players (instead you need to stand them up). The fromer is no big deal as any cloth bag or similar can be used. The latter means that it is difficult to play on a carpeted surface, but will provide no issues playing on a table or other hard surface.
Even with these minor issues this game is highly recommended, especially for families or couples!
Also consider qwirkle cubes if you want a more indepth game.
by Mike (Jan 03 2010)
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