Something Else Entirely

(Web published) · Board game · 2025

2–4 20–60 min

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FOR GENRE FANS

Hanafuda or trick-taking fans will love this. Blends Japanese tradition with clever mechanics.

Highlights

Gorgeous thematic Hanafuda deck
Simple yet strategic rules
Great team play (2v2)
MVP: the Pauwlonia card

Keep in mind

Requires Hanafuda deck
May confuse Hanafuda newbies

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Something Else Entirely is a trick-taking game for 2-4 players using the beautiful Japanese Hanafuda deck, full of floral and seasonal symbols. Each player gets 8 cards, and the goal is to win tricks by playing cards of the same suit (month) as the lead card or using the mighty Pauwlonia. Scoring works like traditional Hanafuda fishing games. It also supports team play (2v2), adding more strategy and fun. The game first appeared in the 'You Can Play These Games With Cards' rule booklet—so yeah, it’s creative and outside-the-box!