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Our Verdict
A colorful and tasty game perfect for quick, lighthearted fun.
Highlights
- Very intuitive tile placement
- Colorful and appetizing visuals
- Fast and dynamic gameplay
- Great for family game night
Keep in mind
- Might be too simple for veterans
- Relies slightly on luck
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Get your appetite ready and race to the most contested ice cream cart on the beach! In Gelati, you step into the shoes of a dessert enthusiast trying to assemble the perfect combo to claim victory. The goal is straightforward but requires a keen eye: you must be the first player to reach 50 points to be crowned the ultimate gelato champion. But don't think it's just about grabbing and eating! The real strategy lies in how you position your ice cream tiles on the table. On each turn, you place a new ice cream tile, trying to align the colors and flavors as intelligently as possible. If you manage to match the sides of tiles already on the table, or even form a sequence of four matching elements, your score will climb quickly. The more adjacencies you successfully match, the more points you secure. Additionally, for those craving an extra challenge, there are secret orders! Keep a close eye on the components you are collecting, because completing these specific orders can give you a massive 15-point boost, which could be the deciding factor between victory and defeat. It is a dynamic game, perfect for those looking for a quick and visually appetizing session, where every decision on where to place your next scoop of ice cream can completely shift the course of the competition. It's frosty fun guaranteed for the whole family, without being overly complex, yet with enough strategy to keep everyone engaged until the very last point!
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Publisher
Jolly Dutch Productions
Designer
Rian Mennen
Artist
David Verstraete
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How long does a game take?
Games are quite quick, usually lasting around 30 minutes.
Is the game complex?
Not at all! It's very light and easy to learn, perfect for relaxing.
What age group is it for?
Since it's intuitive, it works great for kids and the whole family.
How many players can play?
It supports 2 to 4 players.
How do I win?
The goal is to be the first to reach 50 points by matching tiles.