Ghosts
- Designer Reiner Knizia
- Publisher AMIGO , ASYNCRON games , Raven Distribution , Red Glove , Die Spiegelburg
- Illustration Emmanuel Bourdelais , Roberto Freire , Silvio Neuendorf
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Ghosts, players hold a hand of ghost cards with different colors and values. You play cards to influence a running total, reversing play order when matching colors. If you cannot or choose not to play, you collect ghost markers and start a new pile. After three rounds, the player with the fewest ghost markers wins.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is ideal for families and children aged 8 and up who enjoy quick, easy-to-learn games. With a playtime of about 20 minutes, it fits well as a light filler game. No prior experience is needed, making it suitable for casual players and kids.
How It Works
Each player starts with five cards and takes turns playing one card to add to the sum of played cards without exceeding 7. Playing a card matching the previous card's color reverses play order. If you can't play, you take a ghost marker and start a new pile. This cycle repeats over three rounds.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Reiner Knizia, Ghosts was nominated for the 2022 Graf Ludo Best Family Game Graphics Award. Its unique combination of hand management and play order reversal makes it stand out within the Characters: Capt'n Sharky and Creatures: Ghosts families.
Awards
- 2022 Graf Ludo Best Family Game Graphics — Nominated
Pro
- Short playtime of about 20 minutes
- Simple rules suitable for children 8+
- Core hand management mechanic
- 2022 Graf Ludo Best Family Game Graphics nominee
Contra
- Limited depth for experienced players
- No solo mode available
- Primarily suited for families and casual players
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game revolves around ghost-themed cards in a child-friendly setting, categorized as a children's card game with a light pirate theme through its family association.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on managing your hand effectively to avoid ghost markers and use play order reversal strategically.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Ghosts is designed for 2 to 6 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
Games typically last around 20 minutes, allowing quick sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
This family game has simple rules and requires no prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Ghosts combines hand management with a unique play order reversal when matching card colors, setting it apart.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is suitable for children aged 8 and up and works well as a family game.
What mechanic makes it special?
The hand management mechanic paired with play order reversal based on card color is central to the game.
Fazit
Ghosts is a quick, accessible card game for families and children, ideal for players seeking short, tactical card rounds with minimal setup.
