The Great Split

Split your cards in two, let your neighbor pick one pile, and build the most prestigious collection.

Designers: Lorenzo Silva, Hjalmar Hach
Published by: Horrible Guild
Editions by: IELLO, 999 Games, Hobby Japan, Ghenos Games, HeidelBÄR Games

In The Great Split you collect riches: gems, gold, artwork and tomes. Each round you divide your cards into two piles, then pass your wallet to the player on your left, who keeps one pile and gives the other back. You split, they choose. Meanwhile you receive the same kind of offer from the player on your right, so you have to choose wisely too. Once your hand is complete you play the cards into your collection. Every type of riches scores prestige in its own way: gems need a good collection, the art market shifts in value, and tomes pile up. Aim for a balanced collection. Two to seven players, about 45 minutes, from age 8. Released in 2022.

Split two piles, they choose oneGems, gold, artwork and tomesDifferent scoring for every type of riches

Who it's for

You like games where reading your neighbors matters, with simple rules and a bit of friendly sneakiness.

Not for you if…

You want a long-term strategy game or no interaction at all. The fun comes from the clever split.

Vibe's take

Sly and sociable. You agonize over how to split so that neither half is a gift, then watch your neighbor's face while they decide. It rewards reading people more than counting cards.