Coloretto is a fast and fun card game that’s easy to learn but full of smart choices. On your turn, you either add a card to a row or take a row for yourself. Since each row can only hold three cards, players are eventually forced to take one—often at the worst (or best) moment.
The goal is to collect lots of cards, but only in three colors. Any extra colors will cost you points, so every decision matters. Jokers can act as any color you need, and +2 cards give you guaranteed points, helping you stay competitive even when luck isn’t on your side.
When the round ends, players score their cards, with each additional card in a color worth more points. The player with the highest score wins.
Quick to play and highly replayable, Coloretto also includes a two-player version and optional expansions for even more variety. A perfect game for families and friends looking for simple rules and exciting strategy. 🎨
(Details from BGG as of posting)
Year Released: 2003
Players: 2 - 5, Best: 4
Play time: 30 minutes
Age: 8+
BGG Rating: 7.0
BGG Overall Rank: 718
BGG Complexity rating: 1.27 / 5
Awards & Honors:
- 2019 5 Seasons Best International Family Game Nominee
- 2011 Ludo Award Best Card Game Editor's Choice Winner
- 2004 Hra roku Nominee
- 2003 Spiel des Jahres Recommended
- 2003 Meeples Choice Award Nominee
- 2003 Japan Boardgame Prize Best Foreign Game for Beginners Winner
- 2003 Japan Boardgame Prize Best Foreign Game for Beginners Nominee
- 2003 International Gamers Awards - General Strategy; Multi-player Nominee
- 2003 Fairplay À la carte Winner
