# Bottle Topps ## General Info - **Year Published**: 1993 - **BGG Rating**: 5.2 - **BGG Rank**: #29879 - **Players**: 1-6 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 30 min - **Weight**: 1.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Bruce Alsip - **Artists**: (Uncredited) - **Publishers**: Alsip and Co., Daiso (ダイソー), Little Harbor Corporation, MB Juegos, Parker Brothers, Philos - **Categories**: Action / Dexterity - **Mechanics**: Stacking and Balancing ## Verdict If you enjoy games that challenge a steady hand and give you butterflies with each placed piece, Bottle Topps is for you! It's guaranteed fun with a visually impressive outcome.Creative dexterity challengeSurprising final visualQuick and fun gamesSuper simple rulesPenalty for toppling can be harshRequires a stable tableLittle strategic depthFOR GENRE FANS ## Description Get ready to test your coordination and nerves of steel with Bottle Topps! This dexterity game, released way back in 1993, is pure fun for anyone who enjoys manual challenges. The premise is simple: you have a wooden milk bottle and a bunch of 'topps' – which are colorful wooden chips. The goal? To stack these chips on the bottle, but with a twist: you need to slide new pieces between the existing layers, making the tower grow both upwards and outwards. It's a balancing act! Each player tries to place their chips without toppling the structure. If you're the unlucky one who knocks it all down, the penalty is severe: you'll have to play double the pieces in the next round. But don't worry, because when everything goes right, the final stack becomes a work of art, with the chips spreading out like the canopy of a lush tree over the bottle. It's the kind of game that guarantees laughter and tense moments, perfect for livening up any gathering. With quick 30-minute games and playable by up to 6 people (or even 1, if you want a solo challenge!), Bottle Topps is accessible to everyone, with easy-to-grasp rules and virtually no learning curve. It's the kind of game that proves you don't always need complex rules for a fun and engaging experience. Ideal for playing with family or friends who aren't afraid of a good dexterity challenge. ## FAQ ### What is the main objective of Bottle Topps? The objective is to stack the wooden chips on the bottle, expanding the tower outwards and upwards, without toppling the structure. ### How many people can play Bottle Topps? The game is for 1 to 6 players. ### How long does a game take? A game of Bottle Topps lasts about 30 minutes. ### Is the game complicated to learn? No, the rules are very simple and easy to grasp, ideal for players of all ages. ### What happens if I knock over the stack? If you knock over the stack, you will have to play double the pieces on your next turn. ### Who would enjoy Bottle Topps? It's perfect for those who enjoy dexterity games, balance challenges, and visually amusing moments of tension and fun.