A simple one on the blog today: Donuts! This cutely designed game is honestly just a glorified version of tic-tac-toe. Since it comes in at a cheaper price point than other games, I’m here for it!
I’ll be honest. This isn’t the first game I’d choose if I’ve got friends coming over for a game night, but it does serve a fantastic purpose: filling up time. If you’ve got kids in your life who have ever uttered the words “I’m bored,” then Donuts might be a great option. I recently took it with me to a restaurant and played with a kiddo while we waited for our food to arrive. I love that it’s so easy to learn!
Number of Players: 2
Age: 7+
Playing Time: 5-10 minutes per round
Object: Get five donuts of your color in a row!
Rules Rundown: Here’s a link to a 3-minute video explaining the rules – or follow along below for a brief overview.
First, you’ll divide the double-sided donuts evenly. Fifteen go to each player. Choose chocolate or vanilla. The first player places a donut anywhere on the board. Player 2 must now put a donut in the row that was indicated by player 1’s donut.
From there, continue taking turns, placing donuts in the indicated row. If a row is completely filled so that a player cannot place a donut, the player may put his or her donut anywhere on the board!
There is one other small component that can change up the game at a moment’s notice. If you are able to insert a donut in between two of your opponent’s donuts, then you can flip over those two donuts that are bookending your donut, enhancing your chances of winning!
That’s it! This is a little more strategic than your normal tic-tac-toe game but still easy enough for kids to jump in.
I do not think is an absolute “must” to add to your game collection, but I do think it would make a great little stocking stuffer or Easter basket addition.
Ang’s Rating: 6.5/10
Cal’s Rating: 7.5/10
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