12 Days

What to Expect

In 12 Days, players engage in a quick, twelve-round card game inspired by the "Twelve Days of Christmas" song. Each round, players simultaneously pass a card to their left, then reveal cards to compete for the lowest card to win the holiday card of the day. The game involves collecting sets of cards and aiming for bonus points at the end.

Who Is This Game For?

12 Days is suited for families and casual gamers aged 8 and up. With a short playtime of about 15 minutes, it offers easy-to-learn gameplay perfect for quick, festive gaming sessions without prior experience.

How It Works

Each round, all players simultaneously pass one face-down gift card to the player on their left (Auction: Sealed Bid). Then they choose one card from their hand and reveal it. The player with the lowest card wins the round's holiday card. Hands are refilled after each round. Players score points based on collected holiday cards and sets of matching cards (Set Collection) at the end.

What Makes It Special

Designed by James Ernest and Mike Selinker, 12 Days uniquely combines Auction / Bidding and Set Collection mechanics in a fast, thematic Christmas card game. It belongs to the Kickstarter crowdfunding family and stands out with its holiday theme and simple yet strategic gameplay.

Setting & Atmosphäre

The game is themed around the Christmas holiday, based on the traditional "Twelve Days of Christmas" song. Cards represent gifts from a partridge in a pear tree up to twelve drummers drumming.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus on assessing card values and keep an eye on bonus scoring to improve gameplay.

Häufige Fragen

Fazit

12 Days is a quick and thematic card game for 3 to 5 players, ideal for families and casual groups seeking light, festive entertainment.