NMBR 9
ABACUSSPIELE, 999 Games, cutia.ro · Board game · 2017
1–4 · best 4
Solo
20 min
Weight 1.2/5
Buy · from US$ 19.23
9.0
rating
Ludopedia
6.8
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Love a quick, visual 3D puzzle? NMBR 9 will challenge you to stack numbers and see who reaches the highest score!
Highlights
- Creative spatial challenge
- Fast and to the point
- Visually intriguing
- Great for families
Keep in mind
- Scoring can be confusing
- Little direct interaction
- Relies on card draw luck
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready to stack numbers in NMBR 9, a game that turns numbers into points in a very peculiar way! Forget their value on the ground floor, because in NMBR 9, height is what counts. Each round reveals a card with a number, and everyone grabs the corresponding tile to start building their number tower. The magic happens when you add new pieces: they need to touch others on the same level, or they can be stacked on top of two or more tiles, as long as they don't overhang the lower level. It's a 3D spatial puzzle where every placement decision can send you soaring or leave you at square one. After all cards are used and tiles are placed, scoring is calculated uniquely: tiles on the lowest level are worth zero, those on the first floor are worth their printed number, tiles on the second floor are worth double, and so on. Whoever achieves the highest score with this numerical climb is the winner! With simple rules and quick games, NMBR 9 is perfect for those who enjoy an abstract and visual challenge, whether playing solo or competing with friends.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
ABACUSSPIELE, 999 Games, cutia.ro, Devir, DV Games, Fantasmagoria, G3, Game Factory, GoKids 玩樂小子, Korea Boardgames, Lautapelit.fi, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Möbius Games, Z-Man Games
Designer
Peter Wichmann
Artist
Fiore GmbH
Community
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144want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players does NMBR 9 support and how long does a game take?
NMBR 9 is for 1 to 4 players, and each game lasts about 20 minutes. It's quite quick!
What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to build the tallest tower of numbered tiles and score as many points as possible, as higher tiles are worth more points!
Can the tiles be stacked any way you want?
Not exactly! A new tile must touch another on the same level or be placed on top of two or more tiles without overhanging the lower level. It's a spatial puzzle!
How does scoring work?
Tiles on the lowest level are worth 0 points. Tiles on the first floor are worth the tile's number, on the second floor they're worth double, and so on. Whoever has the most points wins.
Is NMBR 9 a difficult game to learn?
The rules are very simple and straightforward. The complexity comes from the tile placement strategy and adapting to the drawn cards.
Is it a good game for board game beginners?
Absolutely! The mechanics are easy to grasp, and the games are short, making it a great introduction to tile-placement and abstract strategy games.
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