Abandon All Artichokes
- Designer Emma Larkins
- Publisher Gamewright , AMIGO , Arclight Games , Devir , Gigamic
- Illustration Bonnie Pang
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Abandon All Artichokes, players manage a garden overrun by artichokes. You harvest fresh vegetables with special powers to swap, discard, or compost cards, refining your deck. The game blends luck and strategy in fast-paced rounds where building a winning hand is key.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets families and casual players aged 10 and up who enjoy light card games. With a 20-minute playtime, it's perfect for quick sessions. The rules are simple, requiring little experience but rewarding players with a knack for deck-building and tactical hand management.
How It Works
Core mechanics include deck, bag, and pool building combined with open drafting. Players select cards from an open pool to build their decks while discarding unwanted cards. It's also a race where the first to meet the victory condition wins. Strategic swapping, discarding, and composting help optimize your hand throughout the game.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Emma Larkins, Abandon All Artichokes stands out with its unique theme and innovative deck-building. It was nominated for the 2020 Golden Geek Best Card Game and Light Game of the Year and won the 2021 American Tabletop Early Gamers Award. The game is part of Gigamic's 'Beveled Boxes' series and is available digitally on Board Game Arena and Tabletopia.
Awards
2021
2020
- 2021 American Tabletop Early Gamers — Winner
- 2021 Mensa — Recommended
- 2020/Spring Parents' Choice Silver Honor Winner — Nominated
Pro
- Short playtime around 20 minutes
- Combines deck building with open drafting
- Multiple award nominations including Golden Geek 2020
- Available digitally on Board Game Arena and Tabletopia
Contra
- Only for 2 to 4 players
- Limited complexity for experienced gamers
- Theme may not appeal to everyone
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a garden overwhelmed by an overabundance of artichokes. Its theme and mood revolve around vegetable gardening with a humorous twist.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on optimizing your deck by swapping and discarding cards to keep your hand flexible.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Abandon All Artichokes is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not support solo play.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 20 minutes, allowing for quick and repeatable sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
This is a light family game with simple rules, requiring little prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
It combines deck, bag, and pool building with open drafting and race mechanics, setting it apart from classic deck-building games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is suitable for ages 10 and up with easy mechanics and short playtime for families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of deck, bag, and pool building with open drafting and race mechanics is its defining feature.
Fazit
Abandon All Artichokes offers a quick blend of luck and strategy ideal for families and casual gamers. If you like fast card games with deck-building elements, this is a solid choice.
