Point Salad

Alderac Entertainment Group, Arclight Games, Bard Centrum Gier · Board game · 2019
2–6 · best 3 15–30 min Weight 1.2/5
7.7 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
How to Play Buy · from US$ 8.73
7.7 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Point Salad is a delightful card game perfect for families and casual gamers looking for a fresh challenge every time, thanks to its clever dual-purpose cards and endless scoring possibilities.

Highlights
  • Dynamic scoring keeps strategies fresh
  • Simple rules, deep tactical choices
  • Engaging card drafting mechanic
  • High replayability for light game
Keep in mind
  • Can feel a bit too light
  • Luck of the draw impacts strategy
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About the game
In Point Salad, you'll dive into a super dynamic and fun card game, perfect for the whole family! Each game presents a different challenge, with over a hundred ways to score points, ensuring that the strategy is never the same. The cards are multi-functional: on one side, we have six types of colorful vegetables (carrot, lettuce, tomato, etc.), and on the other, a unique scoring rule. For example, one card might be worth two points for each carrot you've collected, but make you lose a point for each onion. The trick is to assemble the best combination of vegetables and scoring cards that fit your tactics. You need to keep an eye on what others are picking up and what you already have to optimize your points. The idea is simple: collect the right vegetables and the scoring rules that benefit you most to accumulate the maximum points and emerge victorious. It's a game that makes you think fast and adapt, ideal for those looking for something light, yet with plenty of strategic depth for its playtime. Get ready to harvest many points and laughs with Point Salad!
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Rules manual
Rules manual — Point Salad English · PDF
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Families

Components: Multi-Use Cards Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Digital Implementations: Google Play Digital Implementations: Sovranti Digital Implementations: Steam Digital Implementations: Tabletopia
Publisher Alderac Entertainment Group, Arclight Games, Bard Centrum Gier, Black Sea Games, Broadway Toys LTD, Devir
Designer Molly Johnson, Robert Melvin, Shawn Stankewich
Artist Dylan Mangini
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can play Point Salad?
Point Salad is a flexible game that can be played by 2 to 6 people, making it great for different group sizes.
What is the average playtime for Point Salad?
A game is quite quick! It usually takes between 15 and 30 minutes, perfect for fitting between other activities or for several rounds in a row.
What is the complexity of Point Salad? Is it easy to learn?
It's considered a light game, with a complexity of 1.1529/5 on BGG. The rules are super easy to pick up, making it ideal for beginners and those looking for something straightforward.
What comes in the Point Salad box?
The game consists of a deck of multi-functional cards. One side features vegetables and the other, scoring rules. It's a compact and easy-to-transport game.
Who is Point Salad recommended for?
It's highly recommended for families, groups of friends looking for a light and fun game, and for those who enjoy card games with a strategic twist and high replayability. If you like set collection and optimizing scores, you'll love it!
Does Point Salad have any expansions?
Currently, Point Salad does not have official expansions, but its high replayability and diverse scoring combinations ensure that each game feels unique and fresh.