# Picky Eaters

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 6.7
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2-5
- **Duration**: 10-15 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Publishers**: 阿怡手作 (Ayi Boardgame Craft)
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy, Deduction
- **Mechanics**: Grid Coverage, Player Elimination

## Verdict
If you love fast games where reading opponents matters, Picky Eaters will keep you at the table.Constant interactionUltra‑simple rulesShort playtimeFun bluffingSudden eliminationLimited strategic depthCan feel repetitiveRECOMMENDED

## Description
Picky Eaters puts you and up to four friends in the shoes of picky kids gathered around the dinner table. Each player controls a secret character placed on a square of a grid. The twist? Every character has two foods they simply refuse to eat, and nobody tells you which ones. The goal is to stay at the table as long as possible; the first player forced to eat a disliked food is eliminated. 

On each turn the active player drops a food card onto a row or column of the grid. All characters in that line "flip" – they reveal what is written on their dinner card. If the placed food matches one of the character's two aversions, the dinner card flips. If two or more disliked foods appear in the same round, the character is eliminated outright. 

Games run fast, lasting about 10‑15 minutes, and support 2‑5 players. There are no heavy rules or bulky components; you only need the food cards, the character cards, and the grid. The tension comes from trying to guess which foods opponents are keeping secret while you aim to “tag” a row or column that will make them eat something they hate. 

Because grid‑coverage meets deduction, every move feels like a tiny puzzle: you watch what’s already been played, infer hidden aversions, and pick the optimal line or column for your next food. When someone is eliminated the board opens up, but the pressure rises – fewer players mean fewer distractions and a higher chance of being targeted. 

Picky Eaters shines for fans of quick, interactive games with a dash of bluffing. There’s no scoring track or long phases; the winner is simply the last character still standing. If you enjoy reading opponents and strategic placement, this one will taste just right.

## How to Play
Objective of the Game
In Picky Eaters, players aim to discover what other players dislike to eat and eliminate them through clever food serving. The player who survives the longest is declared the winner!

Preparation (Setup)

    Place the 25 table cards.
    Each player secretly receives a Character card.
    Each player receives 3 Food cards.


Flow of the Game
The player identified as the most picky eater begins the game. Play proceeds in a clockwise order, with each player taking a turn.
Player Turn

    Optional: Reveal New Cards: Before picking a card, you can optionally reveal two new cards and add them to the food tray.
    Mandatory: Reveal New Cards: If there are no cards left, you must reveal new cards.
    Picking Up Food: Each player picks up a food card.
    Serving Food: Each player serves the picked food card to the dining area.


Actions and How to Play
Picking Up Food
Consulte o manual para detalhes sobre esta seção.
Serving Food
Food cards can be placed into empty positions within the 5x5 area. They can also be placed in positions outside the 5x5 area, provided they have at least one side touching another card. Empty table cards are considered empty positions.
Receiving Food
Characters sitting in the dining area receive all the food served in the same column and the same row. When a character receives food on their dining card:

    If only one of the Food is received, then flip their dining card.
    If two or more are received, that character is eliminated.

Eliminating a Player
When a character is eliminated, remove their dining card from the dining area. If a player was dealt that character at the beginning of the game, they must reveal their character card to show that they are eliminated.

End of Game and Scoring
The game ends when only one player remains. The player who survives the longest is the winner.

Tips for Winning
Consulte o manual para detalhes sobre esta seção.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
2 to 5 players.

### What’s the typical playtime?
Around 10‑15 minutes, perfect for quick sessions.

### How complex is the game?
Very low – the rules can be taught in a few minutes.

### What components are included?
Food cards, character cards with two dislikes each, and a grid board.

### Is it kid‑friendly?
Yes, the light theme and simple mechanics make it great for families.

### Is there deep strategy?
The game focuses on deduction and placement, but it isn’t heavily strategic.

### Are there expansions available?
No official expansions have been released yet.