Garage Sale: The Game
- Publisher Edge Wood Works
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Played on a felt board with felt cards resembling bingo cards, the goal is to buy items cheaply and collect at least six in a row on your bargain card. Players can own and sell businesses, pay taxes, and enjoy park picnics. The game combines set collection with roll/spin and move mechanics.
Who Is This Game For?
This is a family game suitable for players aged 8 and up who enjoy economic themes. It offers simple rules and is aimed at casual players. The playtime is not specified, so expect variable game lengths.
How It Works
Players move their pieces around the board based on dice rolls or spins (Roll / Spin and Move). The main goal is to collect sets of items in rows on your card (Set Collection). You can buy and sell businesses, pay taxes, and manage resources strategically.
What Makes It Special
Published by Edge Wood Works, the game is unique with its felt components. It blends classic economic gameplay with an unusual tactile experience. Unlike typical economic games, winning is about collecting a row on your card. No awards or series affiliation are known.
Pro
- Unique felt components provide tactile appeal
- Combination of Roll/Spin and Move with Set Collection
- Simple rules suitable for families
- Economic theme with casual gameplay
Contra
- No exact playtime specified
- No solo mode available
- Simple mechanics, limited depth for experts
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set around garage sales and flea markets where players buy and sell items and businesses, simulating a small, casual economy.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on collecting rows on your card and use your resources wisely when buying and selling.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Garage Sale: The Game is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
The playtime is not specified and likely varies depending on player count and game progress.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is designed as a family game with simple rules requiring no special prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its unique use of felt materials combined with Roll/Spin and Move and Set Collection mechanics sets it apart from typical economic games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is suitable for ages 8 and up with simple mechanics appealing to families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Roll / Spin and Move with Set Collection is central to the game.
Fazit
An unusual economic family game notable for its material choice. Recommended for those who like simple economic themes and set collection without fixed playtime.
