Animals on Board

Coloretto mated with Rummikub and made Animals On Board. You could play this game with a Rummikub set or a couple of decks of cards but the production certainly helps. Even if I have no idea why I'm doing what I'm doing (or why a pair of animals on the ark gets no points at all) the animals are cute and the ark racks are impressive. Enjoyable with kids, adults, or a mix.

I really like the art in this game, every animal tile is different, comes with Noah's ark too for each player. Each player on their turn split the animal tiles or choose a group of animals on the table. Each animal or a group of animals that you have will score you points, but if you have them in pair, then Noah will take them and you don't get points. Fun game! and thematic. I am keeping this in my collection

So out of all of the I split, you choose games that exist, we've kept Animals on Board. Our usual game group is in the light to medium light weight of games (mostly older family), so simple rules, and an ability to teach in two minutes or less are a must. Animals on board hits both of those marks. Add cute components, a very quick turn time, and simple, easy to understand actions, and you've got a winner. With groups that want a heavier, more in-depth experience, I wouldn't recommend this game. But for a family? Perfect weight, great game.

The production is cute and the theme fits well (albeit a little strange). Somehow it never quite comes together for the players. The strategy seems very shallow. You never feel like you have as much control as you should.