ito
### Game Description Ito Ito is a card game where cooperation is the key to victory. Each player is given a set of numbered cards that need to be played in ascending order. The challenge here is not only to know the order, but also to communicate effectively with the other players. During the game, exchanges of ideas and suggestions are essential; for example, when discussing Japanese cuisine, a player might suggest that a more popular sushi has a higher number. The dynamics of the game promote laughter and fun interactions, as everyone has to work together to achieve the common goal. A memorable experience I had playing Ito was when one of my friends, confused by the numbers, suggested an unexpected dish, leading to a hilarious moment that brought us even closer together. At the end of the day, Ito isn't just about following rules, it's about the connection between people, laughter and good memories as we try, together, to decipher the best way to win. If you're looking for a game that encourages collaboration and communication, Ito is an excellent choice.Artists: Mitsuru Nakamura; Nadia Carrim
Designers: Mitsuru Nakamura;
Date: 2019
Note: 7.4
Mechanics: Limited Communication, Cooperative, Deduction, Sorting
Topics: Generic/Universal
Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information
OBJECTIVE OF THE GAME
Tips for playing
Here are some tips for doing better in the game ito:
- Try starting with more difficult cards; it may surprise you and eliminate options for the next rounds.
- Pay attention to other players' tips, they can reveal a lot about your priorities.
- When giving tips, keep each player's playing style in mind; personalize your strategy.
- Remember the recurring themes that have already been used, this can help avoid repetition.
- Don't underestimate simplicity; sometimes the most obvious answer is the best move.
- Use humor in your suggestions; funny letters can be more memorable and create good associations.
Video about the game
GAME mechanics
- Cooperative - In the Ito game, players have to work together to achieve a common goal. All participants must collaborate and share strategies to correctly deduce the numbers that each person has, without directly revealing the cards in their hand. This mechanic encourages teamwork and effective coordination.
- Limited Communication - During the game, communication between players is restricted. This means that they can't talk freely about their cards, which adds an extra challenge to the cooperative mechanics. The restriction promotes creativity in the exchange of information, requiring you to find subtle ways to suggest ideas or give hints without breaking the rules.
- Deduction - Players must use reasoning skills to infer the value of their teammates' cards. Using non-verbal clues or indirect information, they need to calculate which cards their companions are holding. It's a central mechanic that brings an exciting atmosphere of trial and error to the game table.
- Sorting - One of the objectives in Ito is to sort the cards correctly, based on the limited hints they have received. Players must work together to establish the exact sequence of the numbers in their hands, which requires cunning both to interpret hints and to position their cards at the right time.
Game components
See all the items in the game below ito:
- 1 instruction manual
- 1 "Zero" card (Start)
- 100 Themes on a Sheet
- 16 Player Cards (2 of each color)
- 1 Theme Indicator Card
- 100 Number Cards
Additional Information
- Ludopedia link: https://ludopedia.com.br/jogo/ito
- Link Tabletopia:
- Amazon Brazil link: Comprar ito
- Amazon USA link: Comprar ito