N-Tropy

A game by Paul Wickens

2 - 6 Players 5 minutes Simple

Dice Rolling, Stacking and Balancing

Action / Dexterity

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Description

Get ready for a thrilling challenge with N-Tropy, a fast-paced board game designed by Paul Wickens that's all about balance and skill. In this action-packed game, 2 to 6 players take turns rolling a die to determine how many sticks they can place on a constantly evolving structure. The die roll shows either a 1 or 2, indicating how many other sticks the new stick can touch, adding an element of strategy to the game. As players carefully place their sticks, the structure grows and becomes more unstable, making it harder to keep everything upright. The goal is to be the first player to place all of your sticks or to be the one right before the structure comes crashing down. If you're the unlucky player who makes the sticks fall, you'll have to pick them up and add them to your own collection, setting you back in the game. With simple rules that can be explained quickly, N-Tropy is easy to learn and can be played in just 5 minutes, making it a great game for a quick break or a fun party activity. First published in 2004, N-Tropy has been entertaining players for years with its unique blend of dice rolling, stacking, and balancing mechanics, making it a must-try for fans of action and dexterity games.