Moby Trick

A whale-themed trick-taking game where winning a trick means choosing who gets a bonus effect for later.

πŸ‘₯ 2–4 players⏱ approx. 20 minπŸͺ„ Rules in 5 min8+
β˜… 5.5 Β· BGG #16,176

Who it's for

Trick-taking fans looking for a fresh twist on the genre with an added layer of tactical give-and-take.

Not for you if…

You're new to trick-taking games β€” the added bonus-effect layer is a nice twist for genre fans but adds complexity for total beginners.

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Vibe's take

Sharp and calculating, with trick-taking fans finding an extra layer of decision in every hand beyond the usual play-and-win rhythm.

About this game

Moby Trick is a trick-taking card game where narwhals rule as trump β€” until orcas, sperm whales, or blue whales turn the tide instead. Winning a trick lets you score a played card of your choice, but whoever originally played that card gets a bonus effect for a future round, keeping every trick worth watching closely.

Trick-taking with shifting trumpBonus-effect card scoring twistTwenty-minute playtime
By the numbers

Players

Best at 3–4 playersWorks with 3–4

Duration

20 min

Ages 8+

Complexity

1.3 / 5 β€” Very Light

BGG Rating

5.5/10

Rank #16,176

175 ratings

Published

2024