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King of the Hill

King of the Hill

(Web published) · 1991
2–415 min8+ yrs2.0/5 complexity5.5 BGG7Family
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How do you play King of the Hill?

King of the Hill is a version of the children's game of War, with a strategic aspect added. Just like the parent game, it uses ordinary playing cards. Players get to choose the cards to be played and the reward for winning.

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King of the Hill box art
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King of the Hill is a version of the children's game of War, with a strategic aspect added. Just like the parent game, it uses ordinary playing cards. Players get to choose the cards to be played and the reward for winning. A separate reserve of cards to break ties adds to the strategy. Win as many cards as you can, but remember, only the player who wins the last battle can be King of the Hill!

game anatomy
Complexity2.0 / 5
BGG rating5.5 / 10
Vibe
Family
Play time
15 min
Players
2–4
Recommended age
8+ yrs
from Trișache · verified

Frequently asked questions

Q1How much does King of the Hill cost?
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Q2Where can I buy King of the Hill cheapest?
Check the Prices tab — howtoplay.ro aggregates offers from 7+ Romanian board-game stores and tracks price history.
Q3How do you play King of the Hill?
King of the Hill is a card game game, for 2–4 players, taking ~15 minutes. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about King of the Hill — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q4How many players does King of the Hill support?
King of the Hill is played by 2–4 players.
Q5How long does a game of King of the Hill take?
A game of King of the Hill takes about 15 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)
Q6What age is King of the Hill for?
King of the Hill is recommended from age 8.
Q7How complex is King of the Hill?
King of the Hill has a BoardGameGeek complexity of 2.0 out of 5.

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