8.4
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Ludopedia
7.3
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BGG
Our Verdict
If you love fast card games with a cartoon vibe, FlipToons serves up fun and strategy in under half an hour.
Highlights
- Quick pacing
- Charismatic theme
- High replayability
Keep in mind
- Synergies can feel random
- Simple components
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FlipToons puts you in the shoes of a talent agent tasked with assembling the perfect cast for a new animated series. Each player starts with a deck of hopeful toon actors and, each round – representing an episode – flips six cards onto a 3 × 2 screen grid. Every toon carries a talent effect; some grant fame points instantly, while others only trigger when placed next to compatible neighbors, creating synergies (or disastrous lack of chemistry). After tallying the fame earned, you can spend that resource to buy fresh toons from the market or fire the underperformers, fine‑tuning your deck for upcoming episodes. The goal is to be the first to hit 30+ fame in a single episode, earning the "Critic's Choice" award and triggering the endgame. After the market phase of that turn, a final Flip occurs; the player with the most fame in the Final Flip wins. The game blends deck‑building, open drafting, a simple market, and a race for points, all in a quick 15‑30‑minute playtime. It’s light enough for newcomers, yet the decisions about which toons to keep and how to combo them provide depth for veterans. A solo mode is also included for solo strategy testing. With bright artwork of anthropomorphic animals and nods to the animation industry, FlipToons offers a themed, fast‑paced experience without mechanical overload.
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In English
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FlipToons | How to Play | Learn to Play in 6 Minutes!
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Fliptoons + Big Button Expansion - How to Play. Complete, Clear, Concise Board Game Tutorial
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FlipToons - How to Play on Board Game Arena | 10 minutes
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How to Play: Fliptoons | A deck building card game | Jordy Adan & Renato Simões | Thunderworks Games
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Fliptoons - Unboxing and How to Play
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All the Games with Steph: FlipToons - Teach
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Fliptoons Solo Teach & Play
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Mechanics
Categories
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Publisher
Thunderworks Games, Geeks N' Orcs, Gémklub, Hobby World, Rawstone, Rexhry, Strohmann Games, Sylex
Designer
Jordy Adan, Renato Simões
Artist
Diego Sá
How many players can play?
1 to 4 players, including a solo mode.
What is the playing time?
Typically 15–30 minutes, depending on player count.
How complex is the game?
Lightweight (weight 1.8/5), perfect for beginners or a quick session.
What components are included?
Toon cards, fame tokens, a market tray, two 2 × 3 grids per player, and a small score marker.
Do I need a translation for the cards?
Cards are printed in English; many groups use a spreadsheet or fan‑made translation for Portuguese play.
Is there a solo mode?
Yes, the game includes solo rules for testing strategies alone.
Can I play it online?
Yes, FlipToons is available on Board Game Arena.