Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy retro board games with dice rolling and a touch of luck, Snit Smashing can be a nostalgic blast! It's straightforward and not overly complex.
Highlights
- Wild and fun race
- Simple and quick to learn
- Direct player interaction
Keep in mind
- High luck factor
- Simple components (chits)
- Quirky retro theme
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for a wild race in Snit Smashing, a game dating back to 1977 where you compete to reproduce the most Snits while smashing your opponents'! Each player controls a tribe of Snits emerging from the sea towards a safe haven, the Snandergrab. Movement is secretly written down and revealed simultaneously, adding a twist of bluffing and surprise. But watch out! The fearsome Bolotomus lurks along the way, ready to smash your Snits on marked 'Smash!' hexes.
Once your Snits reach the haven (or survive long enough), they reproduce, and the journey back to the sea begins, with the Bolotomus still a threat. The game features two reproduction and race rounds, and at the end, the player with the most surviving Snits is the champion. Originally published in The Dragon Magazine #10, with errata in #11, and a revised version in Snits!, this game offers a fast-paced and somewhat random experience, focusing on dice rolls and movement on a hexagonal board. It's a simple game, ideal for those seeking something light with a touch of luck and direct interaction.
Once your Snits reach the haven (or survive long enough), they reproduce, and the journey back to the sea begins, with the Bolotomus still a threat. The game features two reproduction and race rounds, and at the end, the player with the most surviving Snits is the champion. Originally published in The Dragon Magazine #10, with errata in #11, and a revised version in Snits!, this game offers a fast-paced and somewhat random experience, focusing on dice rolls and movement on a hexagonal board. It's a simple game, ideal for those seeking something light with a touch of luck and direct interaction.
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Best player count
BGG community vote
2
BEST
3
REC
4
REC
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Tactical Studies Rules (TSR)
Designer
Tom Wham
Artist
Tom Wham
Community
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6want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can participate in Snit Smashing?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players.
How long does a game typically last?
A game of Snit Smashing takes about 60 minutes to play.
What is the complexity level of the game?
Snit Smashing is considered a light game, with a BGG weight of 1.53 out of 5, indicating simple rules that are easy to grasp.
What are the 'Snits' and the 'Bolotomus'?
Snits are the creatures you control and try to reproduce, while the Bolotomus is a neutral creature that tries to smash all players' Snits.
How do you win the game?
The player with the most surviving Snits at the end of the two racing and reproduction rounds is the winner.
Is this game suitable for children?
Due to its simplicity and speed, it can be played by families, but the theme and interaction might be more appreciated by players who enjoy older games.
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