
- BGG rank
- BGG #1,188
- BGG rating
- 6.9
Quarto
- 2 players
- 20 min
- Complexity 1.9/5
- 1991

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Tactilo Loto is a board game released in 2002 for 1–4 players, 10 minutes per game, and ages 3 and up. It was designed by Xavier Deneux and its main mechanics are Pattern Recognition.
A game for children Ages 3+ and up in which players spin a well with six different textures embedded in it. Players then search for the similar texture on an animal card in an opaque bag. If you find the right kind of animal you keep the card, otherwise you return it. The game ends when the bag is empty. The player with the most cards wins! From the box cover: A TACTILE DISCOVERY GAME. Find a cuddly bear, a frizzy sheep or even a rough lizard by touch... that is the challenge launched by the tactilo loto arrow!
Tactilo Loto supports 1–4 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 Tactilo Loto 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 Tactilo Loto for ages 3 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.
Tactilo Loto has a complexity rating of 1.0 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.
Tactilo Loto belongs to these categories: Children's Game. Its main mechanics are Pattern Recognition. 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 Tactilo Loto are: Xavier Deneux. 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 Tactilo Loto 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.