Cardline: Globetrotter is one of those games that hooks you with its simple rules and the fun of learning something new every round. If you enjoy games that mix general knowledge with a dash of luck and strategy, this one's for you. It's perfect for gathering friends and seeing who knows more about geography, or simply for having fun with the surprises each card reveals. The experience is light, quick, and super interactive, ideal for warming up the table or ending the night.
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Simple, easy-to-learn rules
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Educational and fun theme
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Quick and dynamic gameplay
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Portable, great for travel
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Good for all ages
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Can depend on prior knowledge
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Repetitive after many plays
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Lacks deep strategy
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Hey everyone! Ready to travel the world without leaving your table? In Cardline: Globetrotter, the goal is simple: get rid of your country cards as quickly as possible by arranging them in an ascending (or descending, depending on the chosen characteristic) line based on a specific data point. Each country card features information about its size, population, GDP, and CO₂ emissions, but only one side reveals these secrets. Before starting the game, players decide which of these four characteristics will be the criterion for the round. At the beginning, each player receives several cards and places them face down in front of them, keeping the data secret. An initial card is revealed in the center of the table to kick things off. On your turn, you choose a card from your hand and try to fit it into the existing line of countries. It can be between two cards, at the beginning, or at the end of the row. After positioning it, you flip the card to reveal the data. Did you get the order right? The card stays there, solid and sound! Wrong? It's removed from play, and you draw another card from the deck, increasing your hand. The first player to get rid of all their cards by placing them correctly wins. If there's a tie, the excitement continues: tied players receive one more card, and the dispute goes on until only one champion remains. It's a super fun way to test your geography and statistics knowledge, or to learn a lot of new things while playing!
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How many players can play Cardline: Globetrotter? expand_more
The game is great for groups, allowing 2 to 7 players, which makes it perfect for different table sizes.
What's the average game duration? expand_more
Games are quite fast, usually taking between 15 and 30 minutes. It's excellent for those looking for a quick game or to fill gaps between longer ones.
Is the game very complex? expand_more
Not at all! With a BGG weight of 1.375/5, Cardline: Globetrotter is super light and easy to learn. The rules are simple and intuitive, perfect for beginners.
Do I need a lot of geography knowledge to play? expand_more
It's not a prerequisite! While it helps, the game is a great way to learn. Even if you don't know the answer, every mistake is an opportunity to discover a new fact and improve for the next round.
What are the main game components? expand_more
The game comes with approximately 100 country cards, each with information on size, population, GDP, and CO₂ emissions. That's all you need to start playing!
Is Cardline: Globetrotter good for kids? expand_more
Absolutely! Being educational and having simple rules, it's an excellent option for family play and encouraging learning in a fun way.