Cover Your Assets

Grandpa Beck's Games, G3, Ghenos Games · Board game · 2011
2–6 · best 5 20–40 min Weight 1.2/5
6.9 rating Ludopedia
6.5 rating BGG
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6.9 rating Ludopedia
6.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy fast-paced card games with a dash of 'take that' that keep everyone on their toes, Cover Your Assets is for you! Guaranteed fun for the whole family.

Highlights
  • Frenetic race for wealth
  • Interaction and twists
  • Easy to learn and play
  • Great for mixed groups
Keep in mind
  • Can cause frustration
  • Not for sore losers
  • Luck of the draw matters
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a frantic race to become the next millionaire in the card game Cover Your Assets! The idea here is simple: collect sets of assets – like jewels, classic cars, piggy banks, and more – and stack them to build your fortune. Each new set you assemble goes on top of the previous one, protecting what's underneath. But beware, the top of your stack is a target! Other players can try to steal your precious assets if they have a matching card or a wild card (the silver and gold cards). Defense is a counter-attack: show an equal card from your hand to block the thief. If they insist, the fight continues, card against card, until someone gives up or can't respond. Whoever wins, keeps the set. The cool part is that all cards used in the dispute go to the winning set, increasing its value and making it even more coveted. To ensure your assets remain safe, the best tactic is to create a new pair or snatch a set from another player. The game proceeds in rounds, with scores being tallied and cards returning to the deck, until someone reaches the one million dollar mark. Cover Your Assets is super quick to learn and play, but don't be fooled: it hides a surprising layer of strategy and can be easily addictive. It's perfect for gathering friends, as kids, teens, and adults have fun together. The latest edition brings extra rules for two and three players, as well as new additions. Just a warning: if you don't handle losing well, you might want to pass this one up!

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Best player count

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2–6 players
2 OK
3 REC
4 BEST
5 BEST
6 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

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Digital Implementations: Sovranti
Publisher Grandpa Beck's Games, G3, Ghenos Games, HaKubia, Ravensburger AG, Schmidt Spiele
Designer Brent Beck, Jeffrey Beck
Artist Andrew Bosley, Anne Pätzke, Apryl Stott, David Bock

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is to be the first player to accumulate $1,000,000 by building and protecting sets of asset cards.
How many players can participate?
The game is for 2 to 6 players, with specific rules for 2 and 3 players in the latest edition.
How long does a game typically last?
A game usually takes between 20 and 40 minutes to complete.
Is the game complicated to learn?
No, Cover Your Assets is known for being quick to learn and simple to play, yet offering a good dose of strategy.
Is it a game for kids?
Yes, it's great for mixed groups, including children, teens, and adults, as it's easy to grasp and fun for all ages.
Is there a lot of player interaction?
Yes, the game has significant interaction, especially with the 'Take That' mechanic, where players can steal each other's sets.
What does 'Cover Your Assets' mean in the game?
It means you should protect your sets by stacking new sets on top or by stealing sets from other players to keep your fortune safe.

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