Tides
Tides
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| 2 players | 20 min | 8 years and up |
Immerse yourself in the soothing and strategic world of beaches with Marées (Tides), a compact and captivating Micro Game that features collecting treasures carried by the ebb and flow of the ocean.
Designed for 1 to 2 players, this game offers quick and tactical rounds where luck and planning combine to create lucrative item combinations. Easy to learn but rich in decisions, Marées is ideal for duo or solo play, and can be taken anywhere thanks to its practical wallet format.
How to play Tides?
Game Setup
Remove all cards from the deck and form a draw pile. Each player starts with no cards in hand. Decide who starts the game
Gameplay outline
The game takes place in alternating cycles between low tideand high tide:
- Low tide: Players draw cards from the central row to collect itemsfound on the beach.
- High tide: The remaining cards are flipped to reveal scoring conditions, and each player can combine their collected items with these objectives to score points.
At each step, you must carefully choose which cards to take or leave, as the treasures collected will determine your potential points at the end of the cycle.
Win/Loss Condition
Les joueurs poursuivent les cycles marée basse/marée haute jusqu’à ce qu’un joueur atteigne 50 points ou plus.
Une fois qu’un joueur a franchi ce seuil, terminez le cycle en cours, puis comparez les scores : celui qui a le total le plus élevé remporte la partie.
L’interaction entre collecte et objectifs rend chaque cycle fluide et stratégique, mettant l’accent sur la gestion habile de vos trouvailles.
Our Tips for Winning
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Maximize your collected item combos
Focus on collecting items that pair well with potential score cards—this will boost your points at the end of the round.
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Monitor available cards
Regularly analyze the row of available cards: strategic choices can limit your opponent's gains while increasing your own opportunities.
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Anticipate high tide
Think about what might appear during the next high tide phase to guide your low tide choices and optimize your combinations.
FAQ – All About Marées
What does Marées bring to the Micro Games range?
Marées offers a mechanic inspired by the tide cycle, alternating collection and scoring phases, with strong interaction even in a very compact format.
Can I play solo?
Yes, Tides includes a solo mode specifically designed to offer a challenge even without an opponent.
Is the game suitable for children?
Yes: with simple rules and a fun theme, it is accessible from around 8 years old, while offering interesting depth for adults.
What's the key element for scoring points?
Success lies in creating clever combinations of collected objects with the score cards revealed at high tide.