
- BGG rank
- BGG #6,263
- BGG rating
- 5.9
Rack-O
1956
Rules assistance for Rack-O
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–4 players
- 45 min
- 8+
- Complexity 1.2/5
About the game
First released by Milton Bradley in 1956, Rack-O is a classic set-collection and sequencing game where players aim to arrange numbered cards in ascending order within a rack. Each player receives a plastic rack and a hand of cards dealt one at a time into the slots, locking them into their initial positions. During the game, players draw from the deck or discard pile and replace cards in their rack to create a perfect ascending sequence from slot 1 to 10. A player shouts “Rack-O!” upon completing a valid sequence, earning points. The game continues over multiple rounds until a player reaches a target score. Games like Sequence and Skyjo share a thematic or mechanical kinship. Sequence also involves ordered card placement, but through a blend of strategy and chance tied to a shared board, while Skyjo emphasizes number optimization and careful card management for scoring efficiency.
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Designers
Publishers
- Parker Brothers
- Hasbro
- Winning Moves Games (USA)
- Alga
- John Sands Pty Ltd
- Grow Jogos e Brinquedos
- Milton Bradley
- Otto Maier Verlag
- Jumbo
- Somerville Ltd.
- Nathan
- Point Games
Questions and answers
The rules assistant for Rack-O will help explain turns, card effects and disputed situations, with references to verified official materials and saved question history. It is not ready yet; verified sources for your edition are still being prepared.
Rack-O supports 2–4 players according to the catalogue.
The listed playing time for Rack-O is 45 minutes. The actual duration depends on the group and its familiarity with the game.
The catalogue lists Rack-O for ages 8 and up. Check the age guidance on your edition.
The credited designers of Rack-O are: (Uncredited) and Frank Whitehead.
The catalogue lists Rack-O as a base game.
Rules assistant for Rack-O
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