RSVP: Vertical Crossword Game (1958)

About this game

RSVP is a word game played on both sides of an upright game board, resembling a vertical version of Scrabble, and, being 10 years younger as a game, possibly inspired by it. The object of the game is to form horizontal and vertical words by placing letter blocks in crossword fashion on your side of the board, while blocking the formation of words on the opposite side and, if possible, taking advantage of them.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 2.2/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 6 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.