- BGG rank
- BGG #1,033
- BGG rating
- 7.2
Luxor
- 2–4 players
- 45 min
- Complexity 1.9/5
- 2018
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- BGG #11,065
- BGG rating
- 6.2
Snapshot
2010
Rules assistance for Snapshot
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–6 players
- 30 min
- 8+
- Complexity 1.3/5
Rules assistant for Snapshot
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Snapshot is a board game released in 2010 for 2–6 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Rüdiger Dorn and its main mechanics are Set Collection and Flicking.
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About the game
Each player receives a wooden disc and a set of task cards. All players reveal their top task card, which shows the goal that the player needs to hit with his own disc by flicking it with his thumb and finger. Throwing the disc is not allowed! Your efforts are complicated by several obstacles that lie scattered in the playing area, all of which constantly move throughout the game from being hit by snapped discs. The opponents' discs remain in the playing area as well, most likely exactly where they'll be the most disturbing. A few spots in the arena can grant players a bonus, such as taking a gem, receiving an extra turn, or placing a barrier in the arena. Once a player completes a task, he reveals the next card and starts flicking once again. If a player has finished all eight missions and collected two gemstones of each type, he wins the game.
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Mechanics
Designers
Publishers
- Kaissa Chess & Games
- KOSMOS
- Vennerød Forlag AS
- Competo / Marektoy
Questions and answers
Snapshot 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 Snapshot is 30 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 Snapshot 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.
Snapshot has a complexity rating of 1.3 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a 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.
Snapshot belongs to these categories: Action / Dexterity. Its main mechanics are Set Collection and Flicking. 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 Snapshot are: Rüdiger Dorn. 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 Snapshot 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.