Take it Easy!
- Designer Peter Burley
- Publisher Burley Games , F.X. Schmid , Spear's Games , Arclight Games , Brain Picnic
- Illustration Peter Burley , Alexander Strohmaier , Steve Tolley , Franz Vohwinkel , Thomas Weiss
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Take It Easy!, each player fills their own hexagonal board with 19 hex tiles. A caller draws and announces numbered tiles, which players place on their boards aiming to complete lines of matching numbers. Scoring multiplies the tile number by the length of completed lines. The game resembles Bingo but requires strategic tile placement rather than just luck. The game supports up to eight players or solo play and offers quick rounds.
Who Is This Game For?
Take It Easy! is a family-friendly abstract game with moderate complexity and a short playtime of about 20 minutes. Suitable for ages 10 and up, it's ideal for players who enjoy pattern recognition and light strategy without complex rules.
How It Works
The core mechanics include Tile Placement, Pattern Building, and Bingo. A caller draws a tile each round, and all players place that tile on their personal boards, choosing spots strategically to form long lines of matching numbers. Points are scored by multiplying the tile’s number by the length of its completed line, encouraging tactical planning.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Peter Burley, Take It Easy! received the Spiel des Jahres recommendation in 1994 and won the UK Games Expo Special Award in 2008. Part of the 'Take It.' series, it combines elements of Bingo with abstract strategic puzzle play, offering both solo and multiplayer modes.
Awards
2008
1994
- 2007 Årets Spill Best Family Game — Nominated
- 1997 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
Pro
- Supports solo and up to 8 players
- Short playtime around 20 minutes
- Combines Bingo with strategic pattern building
- Spiel des Jahres recommended in 1994
Contra
- Abstract theme lacks narrative context
- Too complex for younger children under 10
- Limited variation after many plays
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is abstract with no specific theme, focusing purely on strategic placement of hexagonal tiles in a puzzle-like layout.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on creating long lines of matching numbers and plan your tile placements carefully.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Take It Easy! includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts around 20 minutes, allowing for quick play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is suitable for family players with no special prior experience required.
How does this compare to similar games?
Unlike Bingo, Take It Easy! emphasizes strategic tile placement over pure luck.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is family-friendly for ages 10 and up with straightforward mechanics.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its unique blend of Tile Placement, Pattern Building, and Bingo mechanics sets it apart.
Fazit
Take It Easy! is a recommended quick abstract family game for players who appreciate pattern building and tactical challenges. It works well for groups or solo sessions.
