Hanging out with friends is great, but pairing a beer with a game? Even better! Especially when the beer shares the name of the game—like Odin. That’s like a match made in Valhalla. Add some cozy vibes, and you’ve got the perfect evening. Whether you’re bluffing your way to victory or plotting the ultimate play, Odin is a compact and replayable keeper 🍺✨
The game is designed by Yohan Goh, Hope S. Hwang, and Gary Kim. Odin is beautifully illustrated by Crocotame. It plays 👥 2-6 players, and it’s best at 3 or more players. The game is relatively quick. You can play one round or multiple in about ⏳ ~20 minutes. The game comes with 56 cards numbered one through nine in six different colors and instruction manuals in multiple languages. 🎯 The objective? Be the first to discard all your cards!
How it plays
Start with 9 cards. On your turn, either:
Play a set of cards that’s worth more than the current set on the table (matching number or color for the biggest value)
Pass and wait for a better opportunity
Drop all your cards at once if they’re the same color or number at the start of a round for an epic Viking victory!
Keep your card count low—any leftover cards score points
The player with the fewest points wins
Scoring
End of a Hand:
A hand ends if you play all cards of the same number or color at the start of a round
A hand also ends if you play your last card
Scoring: You receive 1 point for each card remaining in your hand at the end of a round
End of Game: Once a player has 15 points or more, the game ends. The player with the fewest points wins! In case of a tie, those players share the victory
Pros
✅ Quick to learn and play
⏩ Fast-paced and fun
🌍 Language independent
👨👩👧👦 Great for families and casual gamers
👜 Compact and travel-friendly
🔄 Replayable with its mix of strategy and luck
Considerations
This game is a palette cleanser, so it has limited depth
The game relies somewhat on luck, which can sometimes feel frustrating for some
Bottom Line
Odin by Helvetiq is a visually stunning and easy-to-learn game that combines strategy, luck, and Viking flair. Odin delivers fast, fun gameplay with a hint of Norse mythology. Whether paired with a themed beer or enjoyed as a cozy night in, it's highly recommended for fans of quick, strategic card games with a sprinkle of bluffing!
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