I love Trio by Happy Camper! This game is designed by 宮野 華也 (Kaya Miyano) and illustrated by Laura Michaud and 別府さい (Sai Beppu). This clever little card game checks all the boxes for me—it's easy to learn, engaging, and perfect for both gamers and non-gamers alike. Whether you're playing with family, friends, or fellow board gamers, this one is one to try!
The game plays in about 15 minutes, and it scales well at any count. This is the kind of game that offers fun, quick decisions with just the right mix of memory, deduction, and luck
🎨 The art? Gorgeous
🃏 The gameplay? Simple and engaging
👨👩👧👦 The audience? Literally everyone
📦 What's in the box?
A deck of 36 cards—3 of each number, ranging from 1 to 12
A well written rulebook that includes Happy Camper mission which is to bring joy and connect people. I like it when proceeds go to a good cause and a portion of their profits helps fund camp scholarships
🎮 How It Plays
On your turn you are looking to make a three of a kind! Whoever ate something with avocado goes first. I have an avocado tattoo, so I always go first!
1️⃣ Reveal a card—either from the center, your own hand, or by asking a friend for their lowest or highest card. Then, reveal one more!
2️⃣ If they match, keep going!
3️⃣ Found a trio? Then it’s yours! Missed? Cards go back, and that’s your turn
🏆 First to collect three trios wins!
The game has three modes:
🔹 Simple: Collect any three trios—or win instantly with the lucky 7 trio!
🔹 Spicy: Collect two connected trios. Each number (except 7) has two linked numbers shown in the lower corners of the card. Match both to win! For example, 2 is connected to 5 and 9
🔹 Team: when playing with four or six players. Teams swap a card with their partner and cannot communicate. When a team wins a Trio, the other team can swap cards again
🏔️🕺 Where I've Played Trio
This game has gone everywhere with me—ski trips, bars, and now, it’s made its way to the top of our St. Patrick’s weekend game list! 🍀 Whether you're sipping a drink or taking a break from the slopes, it’s the perfect grab-and-go game
Pros
🎓 Simple rules
👥 Great at all player counts
🔄 Highly replayable
🌍 Language independent
🧠 Easy to learn
🎨 Beautiful cantina style artwork
🎒 Portable—take it anywhere!
Considerations
⚠️ WARNING: This game makes me crave Mexican food & margaritas 🌮🍹
⚠️ No official 2-player mode, but maybe there's one in the making? A girl can dream!
⚠️ This palette cleanser relies on luck and memory, which may not appeal to those seeking deeper strategy
🔥 The Bottom Line
Trio is pure fun, fast, and packed into a tiny box. If you like light, clever card games with high replayability, you should try this one!
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