Board game, Countdown

Countdown


  A board game by Armand Jammot

 2-6 Players   30 minutes   Simple 

  Spelling

  Deduction, Word Game, Movies / TV / Radio theme, Music

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Description

Get ready for a thrilling game of Countdown, where you'll compete against 1 to 5 other players in a battle of wits. This classic game, first published in 1982, is based on the popular television series and is all about spelling and deduction. The rules are simple to learn, so you can dive right in and start playing within minutes. With a playtime of just 30 minutes, it's the perfect game for a quick challenge with friends or family. In Countdown, you'll play simultaneously, racing against the clock to come up with the longest word possible from nine random letters. You'll also test your math skills, trying to get closest to a target number using six random numbers and basic math operations. The game culminates in the Conundrum round, where you'll have to unscramble a nine-letter word to score the final points. With its unique blend of wordplay and math challenges, Countdown is a game that will keep you on your toes and leave you eager for more.

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