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Fishy Squishy Crusty Quirky
2024
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- 2–6 players
- 30–60 min
- 7+
- Complexity 2.0/5
For 2 players
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Fishy Squishy Crusty Quirky is a board game released in 2024 for 2–6 players, 30–60 minutes per game, and ages 7 and up. Its main mechanics are Set Collection, Drawing, and Contracts.
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About the game
Get hooked on this fast-paced strategic card game! Cast your net to catch Sea Creatures and cash them in for Sand Dollars, all the while braving the dangers of the sea. You’ll have a reely good time out-fishin’ your competition! In this 2-6 player game, you’ll catch Sea Creatures to fulfill Orders and collect Sand Dollars. But that’s easier said than done, especially with scallywag opponents trying to snatch your Sea Creatures from your grasp! With a little luck (and some help from friendly Fisherfolk), you can be the first to collect enough Sand Dollars to become the Reel Champion! On your turn you will: HIRE one of the local Fisherfolk from the Pier to help you. You may use your selected Fisherfolk card’s effect during your turn as directed on the card. FLIP 1 card in your hand that’s facing away from you so it is now facing you. FISH for Sea Creatures from the Open Sea or other player’s hands! Your action is determined by whether the card is facing you or facing away from you. FULFILL Standard Orders or the Catch of the Day to earn Sand Dollars
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Questions and answers
Fishy Squishy Crusty Quirky supports 2–6 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Fishy Squishy Crusty Quirky is 30–60 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Fishy Squishy Crusty Quirky for ages 7 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Fishy Squishy Crusty Quirky has a complexity rating of 2.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Fishy Squishy Crusty Quirky belongs to these categories: Card Game, Party Game, and Nautical. Its main mechanics are Set Collection, Drawing, and Contracts. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The catalogue lists Fishy Squishy Crusty Quirky as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.