Zeus on the Loose

AURUM, Inc., Gamewright, Happy Camper · Board game · 2006
6.2 Ludopedia 6.1 BGG 2–5 · best 4 15 min Weight 1.1/5
Buy · from US$ 6.95
6.2 rating Ludopedia
6.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

A fast-paced, math-driven card game perfect for mythology lovers!

Highlights
  • Dynamic and very quick
  • Simple and intuitive rules
  • Fun mythological theme
  • Great for groups
Keep in mind
  • Requires focus on math
  • Can be very short
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get your brain ready because things are heating up on Mount Olympus! In Zeus on the Loose, the mighty Zeus has bolted from his throne, and now it's up to you to catch him. This is a fast-paced card race where you'll be adding up numbers to climb the mythical mountain. The key to victory? You need to make sure the total sum of the cards reaches a multiple of 10 to successfully grab Zeus. But don't think it's just simple addition! To keep things exciting, you can summon the divine powers of gods like Apollo, Poseidon, or the mighty Hera to flip the script on your opponents. Using these special ability cards at the perfect moment can disrupt your friends' plans and secure your spot among the gods. It's a quick, snappy game perfect for a casual night with friends, yet it requires constant focus so you don't lose track of the count or get blindsided by a tricky Hera card. Based on the traditional card game 'Ninety-Nine', Zeus on the Loose blends casual fun with a dash of mathematical strategy that keeps you engaged. It's the ideal game to prove that while playing might be human, winning is definitely divine!

Rules videos

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6 videos

Best player count

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2–5 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC

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Game details

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Mechanics

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Ancient: Greece Country: Greece Mythology: Greek
Publisher AURUM, Inc., Gamewright, Happy Camper, KOSMOS, Lex Games, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Nasza Księgarnia
Designer Jason Schneider
Artist Barbara Scholz, César Vergara, Gary Locke, Klemens Franz, Oliver Freudenreich, Tom Breitenfeldt

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8want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How long does a game take?
It's super fast! Usually around 15 minutes.
What is the recommended age?
8 years and up, but adults have a blast too!
Is the game difficult?
Not at all, the rules are simple, but you need to stay sharp with the math.
How many players can play?
Between 2 to 5 players can join the fun.
Is it a complex game?
It's a casual card game, perfect as a filler between heavier games.

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