Saint Poker (2018)

About this game

Loosely based on poker Texas hold 'em poker card game but without a bidding phase. The game is played over several rounds and has more strategic decisions to make because you have more knowledge and influence of the cards. Components required: Standard deck of 52 cards. Pen and paper for keeping score. Won 2nd place in the 2018 54-Card Game Design Contest for Best Game Using a Standard 54-Card Deck. Play On-line at BoardGameArena: https://boardgamearena.com/gamepanel?game=saintpoker

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 2 to 5.
• Rules load. At 1.8/5 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.