Reviewed by D.T.
Looking for a new and exciting game to play with your family this year? I've got a great suggestion: RingMaster: Welcome to the Big Top. This quick card game has all sorts of surprises in store. It is recommended for 2-4 players, and should be easy to play for anyone who can read the cards.
Just like the circus it is inspired by, each card has wildly different effects. There are three types of cards: Attractions, Events, and Sideshows. Typically, Attractions are used to help win the game and are played in front of yourself. Events are quick effects that are immediately discarded after use and can change the game very quickly. Sideshows are the most flexible and can be played in front of anyone, for better or worse. On your turn, you draw a card, play a card, and can use any of the effects on the cards in front of you. Once you become familiar with the cards, some interesting and cunning strategies can line up if you build your circus correctly. However, luck also plays a large factor on whether you can find the right combination to win the game.
Altogether, it is a fun package, and its quickness and uniqueness will make it a good game to bring to any group of people. It is also very easy to learn, with only one small page of rules. The art on each of the cards is vivid and fun and reminiscent of an actual Big Top experience. Each of the characters is instantly recognizable, such as the Bearded Lady, the Lion Tamer, and of course the Ring Master. It also comes with a velvet bag that makes the game very convenient to slip in your pocket and bring anywhere. I, personally, will enjoy showing it off to many friends and family in the future.With a price of only $10, RingMaster makes a great gift, too! Get your copy from Ultra PRO here.
Disclosure: I received a complimentary product sample to facilitate this honest review.
