The image shows the box cover of the board game “QUARTO!” with various cylindrical wooden pieces of different heights and features displayed on a 4x4 grid board. The box has a green and black background and includes badges stating "MADE IN U.S.A.," "SELECTED BY GAMES MAGAZINE," and "MENSA SELECT."
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Quest (2021)

ByMichail

Quarto

Quarto is a board game for two players invented by Swiss mathematician Blaise Müller and published by Gigamic.

Why is Quarto Popular?

Quarto is a popular game due to its:
– Simplicity: The game has simple rules and is visually appealing, making it accessible to players of all ages and skill levels.
– Impartiality: There is only one set of common pieces, rather than a set for one player and a different set for the other, making it an impartial game.
– High level of strategy: The game requires deductive reasoning and strategic thinking, which can help players develop their problem-solving skills and learn how to be a good winner or loser.
– Awards and recognition: Quarto has received numerous awards and recognition since its inception, including the prestigious “Game of the Year” award in 1992.

Game Components of Quarto

The game board is a 4×4 square, and there are 16 unique pieces with four dichotomous attributes: color, height, shape, and consistency. Each piece has a common attribute, such as all short or all circular, and the goal is to place four pieces in a horizontal, vertical, or diagonal row with a common attribute.

Game Setup of Quarto

Prepare the game board by placing all 16 pieces in a pile, face down. Each player takes turns choosing a piece, which the other player must then place on the board. The game proceeds until one player places the fourth piece in a line with three other pieces that share a common attribute, winning the game.

Gameplay Mechanics of Quarto

Quarto is a turn-based game where players take turns choosing a piece and placing it on the board. Once a piece is placed, it cannot be moved. The game is impartial, as there is only one set of common pieces.

Game Objective of Quarto

The objective of Quarto is to complete a line with four pieces that are similar in at least one of the four described characteristics (color, height, shape, or consistency). The line may be vertical, horizontal, or diagonal, and the winner is the player who places the fourth piece of the line.

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Michail, a seasoned tabletop enthusiast, dives headfirst into worlds of fantasy and strategy. Whether commanding a party of adventurers through perilous dungeons or engaging in tactical showdowns on the board, Michail is the maestro of the tabletop realm. Michail's gaming table is a realm where the clatter of dice and the shuffle of cards create a symphony of strategic chaos.

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Preferred Game: Dungeons & Dragons, but always up for a board game brawl