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Scarabeo (1963)

2–4 players · 90 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.3 on BGG

Players
2–4
Play time
90 min
Age
8+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
6.3/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 8+ who like word game games — medium-light complexity, plays in 90 min.

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About Scarabeo

In this classic Italian word game, players use their eight drawn letter-tiles to form words on the gameboard. Each word laid out earns points based on the commonality of the letters used, with certain board spaces giving bonuses. But a word can only be played if it uses at least one already-played tile. This leads to slightly tactical play, as potential words are rejected because they would give an opponent too much access to the better bonus spaces. Aldo Pasetti self-produce…

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Word Game

Mechanics: Tile Placement · Designer: Aldo Pasetti

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P

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Scarabeo FAQ

How many players is Scarabeo?
Scarabeo plays with 2–4 players, ages 8 and up.
How long does Scarabeo take to play?
A game of Scarabeo takes 90 min, at medium-light complexity (1.9/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Scarabeo any good?
Scarabeo rates 6.3/10 from 339 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a word game game built around tile placement.