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Play Nine

Double A Productions · Board game · 2004
3.5 Ludopedia
6.5 BoardGameGeek
2–6 · best 2, 4
45 min
Weight 1.2/5
Year 2004
Minimum age 8+
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3.5 rating Ludopedia
6.5 rating BoardGameGeek
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy light games with a dash of strategy and luck, you'll love Play Nine. It's like tabletop golf where even those who've never held a club can win!

Highlights
  • Quick and easy to learn
  • Balanced mix of luck and strategy
  • Great for family play
  • Keeps all players engaged
Keep in mind
  • Too random for pure strategy fans
  • Lacks depth for experienced gamers
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Play Nine is the card game that turns golf strategy into a fun competition for up to 6 players. The mission? Finish 9 holes with the lowest possible score — yes, just like real golf! Cards represent strokes with values ranging from -5 (that miracle putt) to 12 (when the ball disappears in the rough). The fun lies in managing your hand: you discard bad cards, hold the good ones, and pray not to draw an 'out of bounds' at the wrong moment. Luck helps, but those who plan their moves gain an edge. It's easy to learn, quick to play, and perfect for folks who enjoy light games with a strategic touch. You don't even need to like golf to have fun — just seeing friends' faces when someone scores a 'hole-in-one' makes it worth it!

Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

1 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–6 players
2 BEST
3 REC
4 BEST
5 OK
6 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Hand Management Set Collection

Categories

Card Game Sports

Families

Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Sports: Golf Traditional Card Games: Golf
Publisher Double A Productions
Designer Ceil Anderson, Kathy Assell

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

2,653owners
85wishlist
9want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How many players can play?
2 to 6 players, perfect for medium groups or families.
What's the recommended age?
8+, but younger kids can play with help on the scoring.
How long does a game last?
About 45 minutes — pretty quick for 9 virtual holes!
Do I need to know golf?
Not at all! The game rules are simple and independent from the actual sport.
Is it too luck-dependent?
There's luck in card draws, but smart decisions impact the final score.
Is it good for hardcore gamers?
If you seek deep challenges, it might feel too light. But it's great to unwind between heavy games.

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