Stramash (2011)

About this game

Stramash is a chase game where you have to get your "Laddies" round the board to the safety of your castle. You also need to stop your opponents. You do this by landing on your opponent's Laddie so they have to go back to their start. Remember, they are trying to do the same to you! You use one of the six cards in your hand to decide which move is best for you - is it time to get to safety or to get revenge? You decide. Be prepared to be ruthless... while you all have loads of fun.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 6.
• Rules load. At 1.3/5 this is a light game — explain it in a few minutes, good for a table that has not played much.
• Age. The publisher suggests 8 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.