Trickadee
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- Designer Rob Newton
- Publisher Coin Flip Games
- Illustration Kelsey King
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What to Expect
You play bird cards to a feeder and collect them into flocks. Winning a trick isn't always the goal: coming first, third, or last can grant abilities that affect future collections. Games are compact (about 40 minutes) and focus on tactical card play and timing.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for 3–5 players aged 13+, Trickadee sits in the connoisseur/card-game space: shorter than long strategy titles but requiring timing and placement awareness. Good for players who like tactical card games and animal themes.
How It Works
Trickadee combines trick-taking with set-collection: players play birds to a communal feeder, aim for specific trick placements, and collect cards into flocks. Achieved placements unlock abilities that influence later card choices and set-building. The gameplay emphasizes hand management, reading opponents, and leveraging unlocked effects to form better sets.
What Makes It Special
Rob Newton merges classic trick-taking with set-collection around a bird theme. The roughly 40-minute playtime makes it a tight connoisseur card game. Rewarding non-first placements with abilities differentiates Trickadee from typical trick-taking titles.
Pro
- Blend of trick-taking and set-collection provides tactical depth
- Short playtime (~40 minutes) suitable for 3–5 players
- Clear bird/animal theme
- Placement-based abilities create meaningful choices
Contra
- Not playable with 2 players (3–5 required)
- Requires learning timing and placement concepts
- Less suited for family groups with younger children (13+)
Setting & atmosphere
The game centers on birds at a feeder: you play bird cards and form flocks. The animal theme drives the card interactions and visual identity.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on understanding how placements unlock abilities and watch opponents' set-building before reacting to every card.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No. Trickadee is designed for 3–5 players; no solo mode is indicated.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 40 minutes; allow extra time for setup and learning.
What prior experience do I need?
Familiarity with trick-taking card games helps; it's positioned for players aged 13 and up.
How does this compare to similar games?
It pairs trick-taking with set-collection and rewards varied placements with abilities, making timing more central than in many pure trick games.
Is this suitable for families?
Only partially: with a 13+ age recommendation and tactical depth, it's better for families with older kids or experienced players.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of trick-taking and set-collection, plus placement-triggered abilities, defines its gameplay.
Fazit
Trickadee is a focused, short card game for players who enjoy trick-taking plus collection mechanics. Recommended if you want tactical card play with an animal motif; less so for very casual family play.
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