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Downspin (1970)

2 players · 30 min · age 7+ · ★ 5.5 on BGG

Players
2
Play time
30 min
Age
7+
Complexity
Light
BGG rating
5.5/10

Best for 2 players aged 7+ who like abstract strategy games — light complexity, plays in 30 min.

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Downspin board game box cover

About Downspin

The players have between them a screen with five knobs in it. These knobs link chutes running from the top of the game to its base. The top chutes are loaded with your coloured discs in sequence (1 through 5). On your turn, you twist one of the knobs so as to move one of your discs down. The knobs don't have the same indentations for either player, so you're never sure if you're helping the opponent or not. First one to get his discs down to the base in sequence wins. You als…

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Abstract StrategyMazeMemory

Mechanics: Memory · Designer: (Uncredited)

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Downspin FAQ

How many players is Downspin?
Downspin plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 7 and up.
How long does Downspin take to play?
A game of Downspin takes 30 min, at light complexity (1.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Downspin any good?
Downspin rates 5.5/10 from 787 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / maze game built around memory.