Spring Cleaning

When spring rolls around, the whole neighborhood decides to tackle the clutter in every home. In *Spring Cleaning*, each player takes on the role of a homeowner with a house full of items that need sorting. The goal is straightforward: clear your house of cards as quickly as possible, but the path isn’t simple. You can’t just sort your hand; instead, you offer cards to the table for neighbors, who may buy or play them. This strategic exchange reshapes your hand, allowing you to play cards that climb the cleaning ladder. The ladder-climbing mechanic takes you closer to the end of the game with each move, while hand management forces you to decide what to keep, discard, or offer. When someone sheds all their cards, the others receive “trash” based on how many cards they still hold. The winner is the one with the least trash after a set number of rounds. The game is quick (20‑45 minutes) and works for 2 to 5 players, making it ideal for those who enjoy card challenges with a touch of organization and animal themes. The simple scoring and trading mechanic make it accessible, but the need to watch card order can demand extra attention. If you love a card challenge with a dash of humor and home‑tidying flair, *Spring Cleaning* might be the right pick for your next game night.