# Eins, Zwei, Drei

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1976
- **BGG Rating**: 6.5
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5
- **Duration**: 10 min
- **Weight**: 1.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Bill Eberle, Jack Kittredge, Peter Olotka
- **Publishers**: Otto Maier Verlag
- **Categories**: Memory
- **Mechanics**: Memory

## Verdict
A quick and fun memory game that tests your ability to remember where the hidden numbers are.Fast and easy to learnStimulates memoryGreat mind-warmerHighly memory-dependentLittle strategic depthRECOMMENDED

## Description
Hey everyone! Ready for a little game that will make your brain sizzle (in a good way)? Eins, Zwei, Drei is one of those classics that proves you don't always need fancy components for guaranteed fun. Think of it as a super-fast memory game where the goal is to be the first to guide your chips through the numbers 1, 2, and 3. 

The game comes with 8 disc-like shallow cups that stack to form a tower. Inside each cup is a secret number: 1, 2, or 3. Each player has two chips, and the mission is simple: get one chip to the '1' cup, then to the '2', and finally to the '3' to remove it from play. Whoever does this first wins! The trick? When the tower is stacked, only the number on the top cup is visible. 

On your turn, you break the stack somewhere to take a peek. If you find a '1', you can place your chip there and close the stack. Then comes the fun part: you can break the stack again somewhere else. If this second break reveals a '2', you move your chip from the '1' to the '2'! And if you're lucky and find a '3' right away, you can send your chip straight out. The challenge is remembering where the numbers are, as everyone keeps breaking the stack and trying to confuse others. It's pure memory, agility, and a bit of luck to outsmart your friends. Perfect for warming up your mind before heavier games or for a quick, casual match.

## FAQ
### How many players can participate?
Eins, Zwei, Drei is for 2 to 5 players.

### How long does a game take?
It's super fast, about 10 minutes per game!

### Is it a difficult game to learn?
No, the rules are very simple and you can learn them in under 5 minutes.

### Who is this game recommended for?
Ideal for those who enjoy memory games, for playing with family, or as an 'icebreaker' before more complex games.

### What are the main components?
The game comes with 8 stackable cups and chips for the players.

### Is it a competitive game?
Yes, the goal is to be the first to complete the number sequence and exit the game.