Does this game require writing in order to play? OR is it possible to keep score without writing? Thanks.
854806
The game only requires you to tally up the score at the end of the game, after all the game moves were completed. This is more convenient to do in writing, but there's nothing during the game that needs to be "remembered" for later, and is one of the brilliant points of the game in my opinion. The game provides notes to write on so you can write on them at first.In any case, I found several nice mobile apps that allowed doing this without writing at all if you have nothing to write with but do have a smartphone/tablet.
854807
It requires writing to keep score, but only at the very end, not throughout the game.
854808
Conflict points scored at the conclusion of each age by distributing tokens that represent either positive or negative points. The remainder of the scoring is done at the conclusion of the game. The game set provides a score pad with a line for each type of point that is awarded: conflict, coin, wonders, etc. and the player with the highest number of total points wins. In theory points could be totaled without writing anything down, but it is a little easier to write down the number of points that each player scores in each category and then add them together to determine the total points scored by each player - thereby determining the winner. Conflict points scored at the conclusion of each age by distributing tokens that represent either positive or negative points. The remainder of the scoring is done at the conclusion of the game. The game set provides a score pad with a line for each type of point that is awarded: conflict, coin, wonders, etc. and the player with the highest number of total points wins. In theory points could be totaled without writing anything down, but it is a little easier to write down the number of points that each player scores in each category and then add them together to determine the total points... » Read More Conflict points scored at the conclusion of each age by distributing tokens that represent either positive or negative points. The remainder of the scoring is done at the conclusion of the game. The game set provides a score pad with a line for each type of point that is awarded: conflict, coin, wonders, etc. and the player with the highest number of total points wins. In theory points could be totaled without writing anything down, but it is a little easier to write down the number of points that each player scores in each category and then add them together to determine the total points scored by each player - thereby determining the winner. « Show Less
854809
The only writing involves adding up everyone's score at the end. The game comes with score pads, and the only tricky part about scoring is for the science cards. The rule book explains scoring very well. Let the one with math skills keep score! Over 50 points is a good score to make.
854810
You can get an app on your phone that will score it for you, other than that you would need to write to add the scores at the end of the game
854811
You need to write to keep score but it isn't much. We don't use the form they send. We just use a piece of paper and use their form as a template.
854812
There's no scoring until the end of the game, so it doesn't require writing. You can just add it up at the end in your head if you'd like.
1845974
The questions are clean. It is a short game. Knowing trivia does not help/hurt you much. I had a small child playing on my "team" place one of the betting chips every turn - they enjoyed it. Older kids can play on their own. The only consideration is whether you want to present the concept of betting (gambling with points) in a positive light, as this game does make it fun.
1123502
The game does not have a timer function but it does keep score. This is a great game I get a lot of enjoyment from it.
242437
The only way I have found to clear scores without resetting is to do it one hole at a time. This is a major set back to this devise. It takes so much time that I use reset and ignore resetting of the clock.
604304
I enjoy playing it solo, using two pieces and playing them alternately. If you're somebody who cares about winning or losing, you could make up rules about how to do that. But I find it fun just to enjoy the game play.
1022627
We just learned to play it from the rules. I read them and looked at everything ahead of playing - by myself - until I somewhat understood what was supposed to happen. I think all of these types of games have really detailed rules and you just need to go over them really well and think it out - or play first with someone who has played it before. Also - keep the rules handy for reference as you play the game. That is the best advice I can give. After you play it a couple times - it become's pretty easy and a game can be played in 30 mins. I have nephews & nieces that are 9 that play - maybe not with the most strategy - but they play.
497187
No that doesn't matter. It is a game of strategy and each time you play you figure out some new tactic to help you win. Just know how to use your minor, major, and occupation cards. For me, bonus points are a key to winning the game. There are also video tutorials on YouTube to help you learn the game.
606221
I actually returned this game and bought one with a backlit screen for my husband, who has been playing handheld solitaire for years. He has never complained about not being able to win. Never heard that one before. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
1489069
It only goes to nine and then starts back to 0. It is great that it adds your score (up to 9) though. It is easy to click on each stroke and you don't have to pick it up to do it. It just becomes normal that when you hit the ball you click it. You will automatically reach down to add your score. Just put it on your belt loop. You'll love it. The batteries last a long time but can be replaced.
207433
You definitely can! You're just racing your own brain instead of others. You can play one-player versions on their website: http://www.setgame.com/set/daily_puzzle or through the NY Times website as well.
1091569
No. But any paper pad will do. Really! Who needs an official score pad. I have official score pads from other scrabble games I own and the spaces barely have enough room to write your scores anyway. I don't use them for that reason. An ordinary dollar store pad will do just fine.
186678
It came with instruction on how to play. There is no writing on it. We just play that if you wrap it on the bottom it's 5 pts, middle is 10 pts and too is 15 pts. Games go to 100 pts. That gives you a good 10 min game usually.
257461
By playing! Its all about the story telling and creativity. There isn't scoring - although you could create, have folks vote of something. Game travels well and all ages can play. My 4 and 6yo both love it. Never actually scored, or had the kids ask about scoring or a winner.
111114
No built in scoring. Players keep track of scoring with that following the instruction booklet, which differs somewhat from a neighbor's instruction booklet that came with her way less sturdy, plastic model that has cracked up. She had to duct tape parts together after the first use.
621288
Sometimes I use mine (about 14 years old) to keep strokes and putts by using Player A for strokes and Player B for putts. My only issue is that it keeps total score but not the front/back 9 separately although I probably could switch to Player C for 9.
156591
Hi Roseola. Although I never tried, I checked it out for you and it looks like "no". You may play against against the clock, or take your time; play yourself (solitare), the computer (and choose from 8 levels of difficulty) or against a human (who puts in their own identity) and plays against you wherever the two of you may be. Sorry about that, but I did not see internet options. It did, however, have some interesting perks: Auto Word Validation, Pop-up Hints if requested, and a few "Best Plays" if you ever just get stumped, as well as, a Merriam-Webster Official Scrabble Dictionary built right in. Hope you find what you are looking for.
111113
No, the scoring is not automatic but it is very easy to do as you play the game. This is a lot of fun for all ages.