- BGG rank
- BGG #9,682
- BGG rating
- 6.1
Otrio
- 2–4 players
- 20–30 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 2015
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- BGG #20,811
- BGG rating
- 6.7
GOtrio
2018
Rules assistance for GOtrio
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–3 players
- 10 min
- 8+
Rules assistant for GOtrio
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GOtrio is a board game released in 2018 for 2–3 players, 10 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Brady Peterson and its main mechanics are Pattern Building.
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About the game
A portable take on Otrio, there are three ways to win this abstract-strategy game: Get three circular pieces of your color in a row in either ascending or descending order; get the same sized pieces in a row; or get three concentric pieces in the same space. Publisher's description: "The award-winning game, Otrio, now comes in the new on-the-go version, GOtrio! This popular tic tac toe game with a twist is fun to take along to the park, beach, or playground. Pop open the handy case and the game is ready to play. Players choose a color and then take turns placing pieces into the playing area until someone gets 3-in-an-“O” and yells “Otrio!” There are three ways to get an Otrio. Get three circular pieces of your color in a row in order from big to small. Get three pieces of the same size in a row. Or get three concentric pieces in the same space. Though smaller in size, this travel version has the same strategic play as the original game. Keep on your toes as you analyze the other players’ moves and plan yours so you can be the first to call out “Otrio!” GOtrio for kids aged 8 and up is the perfect portable game for your next road trip!"
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Questions and answers
GOtrio supports 2–3 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 GOtrio is 10 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 GOtrio for ages 8 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.
GOtrio belongs to these categories: Abstract Strategy. Its main mechanics are Pattern Building. 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 credited designers of GOtrio are: Brady Peterson. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists GOtrio 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.