# Ingenious: Travel Edition

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2006
- **BGG Rating**: 7.1
- **BGG Rank**: #2073
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.85 / 5
- **Designers**: Reiner Knizia
- **Artists**: Michaela Kienle
- **Publishers**: Bard Centrum Gier, Devir, Esdevium, Fantasy Flight Games, Green Board Game Co., KOSMOS, Lautapelit.fi, Sophisticated Games
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Highest-Lowest Scoring, Pattern Building, Tile Placement

## Verdict
For those who enjoy an abstract game that fits in their pocket, Ingenious: Travel Edition is a great choice! It's quick, clever, and makes you think about every move.Deep strategy in little timePortable and easy to carrySimple rules, addictive gameplayExcellent for two playersLowest score determines winnerFewer tiles than the normal versionCan feel a bit 'cold' for someRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for a dose of abstract strategy in a compact format with Ingenious: Travel Edition! If you enjoy quick games that make you think, this travel version of the classic Ingenious is for you. The goal is simple: score points in all six available symbol colors, but beware! Your final score will be determined by the color in which you scored the least. This means you can't just focus on one color; you need to maintain balance to avoid being caught off guard. Each player has a small rack for six tiles, each made of two hexagons, with colorful symbols. On your turn, you place a tile onto the hexagonal board, trying to connect the symbols to existing lines to score points. The longer the line of matching symbols you extend, the more points you earn in that color. If you manage to extend a line to the end of the board, you can even shout 'Ingenious!' and earn an extra turn – a move that can turn the game around! The travel edition features a reduced number of tiles, making the game more agile, yet still challenging. The game ends when there are no more tiles that can be placed on the board. Then it's time to see who did best in their lowest-scoring color and take home the victory. It's the kind of game that fits in your pocket and your suitcase, perfect for those downtime moments or trips.

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime?
A game of Ingenious: Travel Edition typically lasts around 30 minutes, making it quite fast.

### How many players can participate?
This game is exclusively for 2 players.

### Is it a difficult game to learn?
The rules are very simple and straightforward, making it quick to learn. The complexity arises from the strategy and tactical decisions.

### What are the main components?
You'll find a hexagonal board, 57 double-hex tiles with colored symbols, a bag for drawing tiles, and scoring markers.

### Who is this game best suited for?
It's ideal for couples, friends who enjoy abstract and strategic games, and for anyone needing a portable game for travel.

### How different is the travel version from the original?
The main difference is the number of tiles, which is smaller in the travel version, making the game faster. The core gameplay remains the same.

### Is there a lot of language dependency?
No, the game has no text on the tiles or board, making it fully accessible to players of any language.

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