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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
A frantic and addictive mathematical challenge for pure logic lovers.
Highlights
- Logical survival mechanic
- Ultra-fast gameplay
- Great solo experience
- Incredible portability
Keep in mind
- Requires constant focus
- Can be frustrating for newbies
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Ever had a game that looks simple but makes your brain work overtime in the best way possible? That's DAGnabbit! It's a fast-paced, mathy flip-and-write where the main challenge is building a Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) without making fatal mistakes. The setup is quick: you start with a blank graph featuring seven vertices labeled A through G, and your goal is to connect them using arrows. But watch out! There's a catch: you must avoid creating cycles. If you draw a line that closes a loop of arrows, you've created a cycle, and you're out! The last player left with a valid DAG wins. It's a game of logical survival where one wrong stroke can end your run. If you're playing solo, no worries; the game includes solo rules where you test how many edges you can draw without getting tripped up by the math. It's quick, intense, and perfect for a sudden mental workout between bigger sessions.
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Soundtrack
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Publisher
(Self-Published)
Designer
David Hollis
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How long does a game take?
Super quick! Usually around 15 minutes per round.
Can I play solo?
Absolutely! It features specific rules for solo play.
How complex is the game?
The concept is simple, but execution requires focus to avoid cycles.
How many players can play?
From 1 to 6 players, so it fits any group size.
What do I need to play?
You'll need paper and a pen (or dry erase markers).