Ingenious is an exciting abstract tile - placement game. Players take turns putting domino - style tiles, made of two connected hexagons, on a hexagonal grid on the board. There are 120 such tiles, each with two hexagons having one of six colored symbols. Most tiles have different colored symbols, and some have the same. Each player has a rack of six tiles. On their turn, they place a tile on two empty spaces on the board. For each hexagon of the placed tile, they score a point in that hexagon's color for every same - colored hexagon in a straight line from one of its five sides. If a player's score in a color hits 18, they get another turn. The game ends when no more tiles can be placed or a player scores 18 in each color. Players compare their lowest scores, and the one with the highest low score wins. This game also has rules for solitaire and team play. It's a highly - awarded international bestseller, perfect for the whole family. It's for 2 - 4 players, takes 30 - 45 minutes, and is suitable for ages 8 and up. Features include hand management, highest - lowest scoring, pattern building, team - based play, and tile placement. It has an abstract strategy theme. Check out our YouTube review.
How to play: First, each player gets a rack with six tiles. Then, players take turns placing one tile from their rack onto two empty hexagonal spaces on the game board. For each hexagon of the placed tile, you score points in that hexagon's color for every already - placed same - colored hexagon in a straight line from one of its five sides. If your score in a color reaches 18, you take another turn. At the end of your turn, refill your rack to six tiles. The game ends when no more tiles can be placed or when one player scores 18 in each color. Then compare your lowest scores, and the one with the highest low score wins. You can also play solitaire or in teams following the provided rules. Note: Keep the tiles in a dry place to prevent damage. When not in use, store the game in its box to avoid losing any pieces. Have fun playing this great family game!
