Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
A vibrant and fast card game, perfect for those who love light strategy and colors.
Highlights
- Dynamic and very colorful
- Quick to play anytime
- Constant player interaction
- Fun market strategy
Keep in mind
- Very short for some
- Can be quite random
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About the game
What you do in a play session
If you enjoy fast-paced, colorful card games that challenge your brain without losing the fun, Gift of Tulips is your next obsession! Imagine you're in the heart of a tulip festival in Amsterdam, and your goal is to leave with the most stunning bouquet (and the highest score) possible. This game is a delightful blend of light strategy and market manipulation.
The gameplay is very snappy: on each turn, you draw cards and decide your move: keep them for yourself, give them to a friend (yes, being generous can earn you points!), or add them to the festival to shift the color rankings. It's a game of constant adjustment. Do you want to hold the majority of a specific color to secure end-game bonuses? Or would you rather focus on giving tulips away to accumulate generosity points? The market is volatile, and the color ranking can shift at any moment as cards are added to the festival.
There's also a layer of mystery with the 'ecret festival' pile, which can change the final landscape of the match. It's a perfect game for those who love quick card games (around 20 minutes) that still offer an interesting layer of decision-making. It's ideal for family game night or with a group of friends looking for something dynamic between bigger sessions. Pick your favorite colors and good luck at the festival!
The gameplay is very snappy: on each turn, you draw cards and decide your move: keep them for yourself, give them to a friend (yes, being generous can earn you points!), or add them to the festival to shift the color rankings. It's a game of constant adjustment. Do you want to hold the majority of a specific color to secure end-game bonuses? Or would you rather focus on giving tulips away to accumulate generosity points? The market is volatile, and the color ranking can shift at any moment as cards are added to the festival.
There's also a layer of mystery with the 'ecret festival' pile, which can change the final landscape of the match. It's a perfect game for those who love quick card games (around 20 minutes) that still offer an interesting layer of decision-making. It's ideal for family game night or with a group of friends looking for something dynamic between bigger sessions. Pick your favorite colors and good luck at the festival!
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Best player count
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2
REC
3
BEST
4
REC
5
OK
6
OK
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Weird Giraffe Games, frechverlag
Designer
Sara Perry
Artist
Emily Hancock, Katy Grierson, M.G. Patiño
Community
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1,656owners
254wishlist
34want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How long does a game take?
It's super fast! On average, about 20 minutes per game.
What age group is it for?
Since it's a card game with simple math logic, it works well for both kids and adults.
What is the complexity level?
It's a light filler game, easy to learn, but requires attention to market changes.
How many players can play?
2 to 6 players; with more players, the interaction increases significantly.
Is there a lot of luck involved?
There is a luck element with card draws, but the strategy of how to use them is what wins the game.
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