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Tic Tac Match
2020
Rules assistance for Tic Tac Match
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- 5–10 min
- 7+
- Complexity 1.2/5
Rules assistant for Tic Tac Match
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Tic Tac Match is a board game released in 2020 for 2–4 players, 5–10 minutes per game, and ages 7 and up. It was designed by Larry Ashlock and its main mechanics are Matching.
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About the game
Tic-Tac Match is a card game variation of the classic game tic-tac-toe. Players compete to align three Symbol Cards of the same color and same symbol, either ‘X’ or ‘O,’ in any horizontal, vertical, or diagonal row on a traditional 3 x 3 grid of cards. The double matching feature permits covering cards already in play. This eliminates frustrating ties found in traditional Tic Tac Toe. But don’t be fooled by the simple rules. Action Cards interject deep strategies so players can flip sides mid-game, wipe out their opponent’s hand, or play two cards on a single turn. There is even a team-play version for four players. —description from the publisher
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- (Self-Published)
- WAY Funner Games LLC
Questions and answers
Tic Tac Match supports 2–4 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 Tic Tac Match is 5–10 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 Tic Tac Match 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.
Tic Tac Match has a complexity rating of 1.2 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.
Tic Tac Match belongs to these categories: Card Game. Its main mechanics are Matching. 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 Tic Tac Match are: Larry Ashlock. 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 Tic Tac Match 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.