# Rack-O ## General Info - **Year Published**: 1956 - **BGG Rating**: 5.9 - **BGG Rank**: #6277 - **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 45 min - **Weight**: 1.19 / 5 - **Designers**: (Uncredited), Frank Whitehead - **Artists**: (Uncredited) - **Publishers**: Alga, Grow Jogos e Brinquedos, Hasbro, John Sands Pty Ltd, Jumbo, Milton Bradley, Nathan, Otto Maier Verlag, Parker Brothers, Point Games, Somerville Ltd., Winning Moves Games (USA) - **Categories**: Card Game, Children's Game, Number, Puzzle - **Mechanics**: Ordering, Pattern Building, Score-and-Reset Game ## Verdict An ultra-fast and addictive classic for the whole family.Super simple and intuitive mechanicsPerfect for playing anywhereQuick and dynamic sessionsGreat for kids and adultsRelies heavily on card luckMight be too simple for expertsRECOMMENDED ## Description If you're looking for a game that's quick, addictive, and something anyone can learn in two minutes, you've found it! Rack-O is an absolute classic that has crossed decades without losing its charm. The idea here is very straightforward: you receive a plastic rack and need to arrange your cards in an ascending numerical sequence, from lowest to highest, filling all the slots. But hold on, it's not that simple! At the start, your cards are dealt in a random order, and you must replace them, one by one, with cards from the deck or the discard pile to try and build that perfect ladder. The moment of glory comes when you complete the sequence and shout 'Rack-O!' before anyone else. The game works in rounds, and the goal is to accumulate points until a target score is reached. It's the kind of card game you can play while having coffee or at a family gathering, as it's light yet requires enough attention to prevent your neighbor from completing their rack before you do. It's a duel of patience and luck that always leads to good laughs and the urge to play 'just one more round.' If you enjoy games like Skyjo or Sequence, Rack-O will become a new favorite on your shelf, bringing that delightful nostalgia of classic card games with a highly satisfying pattern-building mechanic. ## FAQ ### What is the recommended age? Since it's very simple, young children can play, but it's fun for all ages! ### How long does a game last? It's quite quick, usually between 15 to 45 minutes depending on the number of players. ### How many people can play? The game is perfect for 2 to 4 players. ### What do I need to play? Just the deck of cards and the plastic racks for each player. ### Is the game difficult? Not at all! The rules are learned in seconds, and you can start playing immediately. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Amazon**: R$ 349,42 (https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B001EJHGY4?tag=bgbot26-20) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/rack ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 7.95 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=148480&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.95 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=950634&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/2491/rack-o?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com