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Cowabunga (2005)

2–5 players · 30 min · age 7+ · ★ 5.9 on BGG

Players
2–5
Play time
30 min
Age
7+
Complexity
Light
BGG rating
5.9/10

Best for 2–5 players aged 7+ who like card game games — light complexity, plays in 30 min.

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About Cowabunga

In Fettnapf by Reinhard Staupe, the object of the game is to avoid collecting Fettnapf cards. Sounds simple, but as the game title suggests, little problems arise everywhere. In turn order, cards are played out and the values added together or subtracted: 24…29…32…25… but beware: if you say a number that someone has in hand, then you’ve put your foot in it. Those with a talent for this will learn how to ship a Fettnapf around and win the game…

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Card GameMemoryNumberSports

Mechanics: Memory · Designer: Reinhard Staupe

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P

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Cowabunga FAQ

How many players is Cowabunga?
Cowabunga plays with 2–5 players, ages 7 and up.
How long does Cowabunga take to play?
A game of Cowabunga takes 30 min, at light complexity (1.3/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Cowabunga any good?
Cowabunga rates 5.9/10 from 577 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / memory game built around memory.