Rowboat (2009)

About this game

Contains 61 cards, sand timer, and instruction booklet. Deal cards face up until an oar, a wave, a shell, and a map are showing. This is called the Tide. Deal each player the same number of cards that are in the Tide. Then, predict how many rounds you will win. Navigate your way through the Tide with the cards in your hand. Make your bid and score points. Fall short and lose points.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 4.
• Rules load. At 2.1/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 13 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.