# 101: le match ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2021 - **BGG Rating**: 5.7 - **BGG Rank**: #19255 - **Players**: 1-3 (Best with: 2) - **Duration**: 30-0 min - **Weight**: 1.08 / 5 - **Designers**: Gilles Monnet - **Publishers**: Spot Games - **Categories**: Abstract Strategy - **Mechanics**: Deduction, Pattern Building, Set Collection, Solo / Solitaire Game, Square Grid, Tile Placement ## Verdict Perfect for light brain-burners with randomness. Like 'strategic Tetris' with tile-drafting tension!Quick and easy to learnGreat for solo or two-playerHigh replayability with variable setupsMinimal direct player interactionLuck can sometimes beat strategyRECOMMENDED ## Description 101: le match is an abstract strategy game blending deduction, set collection, and a dash of luck. Your mission? Build a 5x5 grid with numbers 1-10 in five colors. The twist? You only see partial info on tile backs before picking – like Memory meets poker vibes! Each round gets easier as the board fills, and final scoring compares rows/columns like poker hands (only the best in each scores). Quick, elegant, and addictive with that 'one more game' pull. Plays solo or up to 3 – perfect for quick matches or solo brain teasers. ## FAQ ### Is it kid-friendly? Yes! From ~10 years old depending on abstract game experience. Colors help with number recognition. ### Actual playtime? 20-30 mins average. You'll crave rematches instantly! ### Need extra components? Nope! Everything fits in the box – just unpack and play. ### Travel-friendly? Absolutely! Compact tiles and minimal setup space needed. ### How's the solo mode? You play against a 'ghost board' trying to beat score thresholds. Surprisingly addictive!