Is there a good place to break for dinner? Or can one of the four rounds be played while dining?
1092307
You play it at your own pace. The instructions provide a sensible flow, including dining. Our party was able to eat and play at the same time.
1092308
We played one of the rounds while we ate appetizers, one round during dinner, and one round wit dessert.
1092309
you can continue to play during dinner, just be aware that everyone is hearing the clues at the table. It seems daunting but after a few times you will get the hang of it!Warning: the solution requires sharp attention to detail!
1092310
We carried out the first round over appetizers. Then did the next couple o rounds at the meal table while we were eating the main courses. Then the final round was sitting back in comfy chairs and having coffee. It worked well because we were then able to discuss what happened and talk about our impressions of what happened. Everyone came in costumes, we had music from the era playing gently in the background, so overall it was a very successful night.
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All rounds can be played while dining. That being said I always serve appetizers and play the first round. At the end of round one I serve dinner and we play round two while we eat. Then I serve dessert after round two or three depending on how people are feeling. So we eat through the whole game, eating as we play. We have done 6 of these and it always works great!
1092312
Either off the first two rounds are conducive to playing while you eat. Our taking a break between the rounds works as well. After the first two rounds the situation can get tense and breaking for dinner might be more of an interruption.
1970012
Not sure what you mean...I suppose that you could. You want your friends to take it home as a souvenir, not so they can play it at home, right? The game can be played by as few as two or twenty. You weren't planning to give away the deck, so you should still be able to play the game with the remaining 10. Hope that was helpful
2166200
The box says 8 and up and that's probably about right for how old you would have to be to understand the rules and scoring of the game, but there's enough depth that my group (all computer programmers in our 30s and 40s) can still play several quick games on our lunch break and have a good time. You can find a whole lot more information about the game here: http://www.boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/12942/no-thanks
1401083
I would play the same way as you play with tiles, just there is no wall, perhaps just use the rest of the deck. Take out any cards that don't apply to American, just like you have to remove nonapplicable tiles from most tile sets. I taught myself American Mah Jongg from a book and use the cards to practice when I'm on a trip and don't feel like lugging the whole tile game with me. Never tried it with four people but I think if you improvise a bit it should work the same
1389696
I would think it would not be very fun with three. I've played it with four or more and that seems to work best. The more the merrier!
402057
I didn't think about this possibility until you asked. I would think splitting into two groups and somehow taking the winners against the other winners would be a fine contest. I really think it would be easier playing with two sets than one. However, 1 tower and two sets of "thingees" would be quite hard. Good luck. Ollie
2114023
It is meant to be a fast-paced game and I think more than 5 would be a detriment. You would definitely need to supplement the chips with something so that you don't run out. I would suggest buying two sets if you think you will be playing with more than 5 on a regular basis. But as a best option, I would limit the number to 5 as I think the game would run long and possibly become boring with more than 5.
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.
1511790
It really depends on how you define "fun". It'll certainly be challenging and a lot of the fun in this game is the feeling of trying to beat pretty significant odds. 3 might be a more decent balance, but you should still have a good time with only 2 players.
1640229
Yes you can. In order to play with 3 players, simply pick the side that will not be used, do not put any stones in those pits and when players are making they're rounds they skip over this side and do not drop any stones in these pits. You can play Two players on with this set as well as just by skipping over two sides instead of just the one.Hope this helps!
1236648
It is definitely small enough to place on the serving tray to play. The tiles stick in the game board and don't move around so you won't lose any if you encounter turbulence.
2122640
Yes. It is fun & relatively easy to play, which means not a lot of strategy involved. Leaving more room for laughs & fun!
1643566
I'm 19 and I play with my parents who are in their 40's and siblings around my age. These questions are not easy at all. I think I've only known a couple of the answers for sure. Also a lot of the questions are supposed to be surprising or quirky. Although I don't have the other versions of this game, I know that some of them involve poker chips and have a competitive play style. Wits & Wagers family is probably your best choice in my opinion. Don't let the word "family" fool you. The questions are not babyish at all :)
1257099
No you can't play with just four people. If you are looking for other good bluffing games is suggest ultimate werewolf one night. It's 4 player and quick. Also check out the YouTube channel tabletop for excellent play vids
675724
I've played with 2, 3, 4 and 5. I think it's the most fun with 4. With four people trying to make their routes the board gets crowded and strategy comes into play.
1673333
It is best for large groups, however, there are variations for small groups. It would still be fun for your family of 4 but is best for 6+ as indicated on the game. Just get it and invite some friends over. You will love it!
813722
Maybe 10-15 minutes? We always play round after round though. It can be addicting!