High Hand
A game by Robert Abbott
2 - 4 Players 60 minutes Low
Card Drafting, Team-Based Game
Abstract Strategy, Card Game
Description
High Hand is a classic card game that's all about strategy and a little bit of luck. Designed by Robert Abbott and first published in 1963, this game has been entertaining players for decades. With easy-to-learn rules, it's accessible to players of all skill levels, and its abstract strategy and card game mechanics make it a great fit for fans of games like chess. In High Hand, players move their pieces around a 6x6 grid, capturing cards and trying to form the best 5-card poker hand possible. What makes High Hand really interesting is its team-based gameplay. When played with four players, the game becomes a partnership game, where one player chooses a partner and they work together to try and get the highest score. The scoring system is clever, with the declarer and their partner earning points if they win, but also penalizing the declarer if they don't come out on top. With a playtime of just 60 minutes, High Hand is a great game for a casual game night with friends, and its simple rules mean you can jump right in and start playing. Whether you're a fan of card games, strategy games, or just looking for something new to try, High Hand is definitely worth checking out.
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