Get Bit!
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- Designer Dave Chalker
- Publisher Robot Martini, Inc. , asmodee , Asterion Press , Bombyx , Broadway Toys LTD
- Illustration Xavier Collette , Vincent Poulard , Gavin Schmitt
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What to Expect
In Get Bit!, players simultaneously play cards face-down to determine their swimmer positions in a shark chase. Cards with higher values move players forward, while lower values push them back. The player at the end loses a limb and is moved to the front. This continues until only two swimmers remain, with the front swimmer winning. The game blends tactical hand management with bluffing and quick decision-making.
Who Is This Game For?
Get Bit! targets families and casual gamers aged 7+, offering quick 20-minute rounds. It’s an accessible light strategy game for 2 to 7 players, requiring minimal prior experience and ideal for party settings.
How It Works
Each round, players simultaneously select a card from their hand representing their swimmer’s position. Higher card values move a player forward, ties cause no movement. The player at the back loses a limb and moves to the front. This cycle repeats, combining hand management, player elimination, and race mechanics until a winner emerges.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Dave Chalker, Get Bit! won the 2011 Origins Award for Best Family, Party or Children’s Game. It is part of the Get Bit Trilogy and uniquely blends relative movement and simultaneous action selection to bring a shark-themed race to life.
Awards
2013
- 2011 Origins Awards Best Family, Party or Children’s Game — Winner
Pro
- Short playtime of about 20 minutes
- Entertaining blend of hand management and race mechanics
- Playable with 2 to 7 players
- 2011 Origins Award winner
Contra
- Not suitable for players looking for complex strategy games
- No solo mode available
- Player elimination may frustrate some players
Setting & atmosphere
The game places players in a humorous shark chase, where swimmers fight to survive. The theme involves pirates and animals, reflected in its categories Animals and Pirates.
Tips for beginners
Focus on managing your hand effectively and watch other players’ moves to improve your position strategically.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Get Bit! requires at least 2 players and does not support solo play.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 20 minutes, allowing for quick sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
It’s a light strategy game easy to learn with minimal prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Get Bit! uniquely combines simultaneous action selection with player elimination and race mechanics in a shark-themed setting.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it’s designed for ages 7 and up with simple rules appealing to families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of hand management and simultaneous action selection creates dynamic player interaction.
Fazit
Get Bit! is a quick, engaging option for groups who enjoy interactive card games with bluffing. It’s great for families and parties but less suited to players seeking complex strategy.
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