Bag of Chips

Mixlore, asmodee, Blue Orange Games · Board game · 2021
6.8 Ludopedia 6.4 BGG 2–5 · best 4 15–20 min Weight 1.1/5
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6.8 rating Ludopedia
6.4 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

Bag of Chips is that quick game to liven up the group, mixing luck and clever choices to see who scores the most points with the little chips. If you enjoy light games with a 'will it work out?' vibe, this one's for you!

Highlights
  • Fast-paced and fun
  • Easy to learn
  • Light interaction
  • Tension each round
Keep in mind
  • Luck-dependent
  • Low strategic depth
  • Can feel repetitive
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Bag of Chips is that quick and fun game you play between longer sessions or when you want something light for the group to have a laugh. The idea is simple: you have objective cards and a bag full of colorful chips representing... well, snacks! Each round, the 'master of ceremonies' (which changes each round) draws some chips from the bag, and everyone secretly chooses which objectives to try and fulfill with these chips. The trick is deciding whether to aim for your more ambitious objectives (which give more points but are harder to achieve) or play it safe. If you push your 'luck' too hard (or rather, the chip bag), you might end up with unfulfilled objectives and lose precious points. It's a 'push your luck' game with hand management and simultaneous action selection, where each choice can bring you closer to victory or leave you in the dust. Whoever accumulates four reward tokens first wins the game. Perfect for those who enjoy a party game with a touch of strategy and a good 'oops, almost had it!' factor.

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Categories

Families

Containers: Unique Shape Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Theme: Food / Cooking
Publisher Mixlore, asmodee, Blue Orange Games, Fjórir Ásar, Geekach LLC, GP Games, HUCH!, Korea Boardgames, Ludicus Games, Rebel Sp. z o.o.
Designer Mathieu Aubert, Théo Rivière
Artist Hervine Galliou, Mathieu Lidon

Community

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4,559owners
284wishlist
20want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
What type of player is Bag of Chips for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy party games, quick play, with few rules, and an element of luck. Perfect for playing with friends and family who don't want something too complex.
How long does a game take?
A game of Bag of Chips is quite fast, usually lasting between 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the number of players and how quickly you make decisions.
What is the game's complexity?
The complexity is very low. Its weight on BGG is 1.12 out of 5, indicating it's a very easy game to pick up and play, great for introducing new players.
How many players can participate?
The game is for 2 to 5 players. It works well with different numbers, but the dynamic can change slightly between 2 and 5 people.
Are the components good quality?
Yes, the game comes with a bag for the chips (which has a unique shape, as the name suggests!) and colorful chips representing snacks, in addition to the objective cards.
Do you need to read to play?
There is no language dependency, as the game uses symbols and numbers on the objective cards, making it accessible even for those who don't read fluently.

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