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Fafnir
20m2–4p2019
€15
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Moneybags
Oink Games · 2018
3–630 min9+ yrs1.3/5 complexity5.7 BGG#19.009 BGG680PartyFamily
⚡ short answer
How do you play Moneybags?
The primary objective of Moneybags is to accumulate the highest number of coins by the end of the game. Players will strategically take coins from others or declare their lead to try and secure their victory.
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Setup
Each player receives a bag and an equal number of coins; one player also gets a diamond (represented by a die).
The rules, step by step
Setup
To set up the game, each player is given a bag, and an equal number of coins are distributed among all players. Additionally, one player is randomly chosen to receive a diamond, which is represented by a die in this demonstration. The diamond is placed in that player's bag along with their coins. The coins and diamond are kept hidden inside the bags until they are revealed for scoring.
Objective
The primary objective of Moneybags is to accumulate the highest number of coins by the end of the game. Players will strategically take coins from others or declare their lead to try and secure their victory.
On your turn
During a player's turn, they have two main options. The first option is to choose another player and take a handful of coins from their bag. The chosen player must allow this without looking inside their bag. The second option is to declare that they believe they have the most coins among all players and wish to end their participation in the current round. If a player chooses to take coins, they then add these coins to their own bag.
Scoring
If a player chooses to take coins from another player's bag, they count the coins they took and add them to their own. If a player declares they have the most coins, all players must reveal the contents of their bags, including any diamonds. The diamond counts as a coin for the purpose of determining who has the most. The player with the most coins wins the round.
Game end
The game can end in two ways: either after two full rounds of play, where each player has had two opportunities to take coins or declare, or when a player decides to declare that they have the most coins. If a player declares and is correct, they win the round. If they are incorrect, they are eliminated from the game, and all their coins and the diamond are distributed among the remaining players. The player with the most coins at the end of the game wins.
Tips
A key strategy in Moneybags is to listen carefully to the sound of coins being shaken in other players' bags. This can help you estimate how many coins they might have. The diamond is a valuable asset, as it counts as a coin, so try to acquire it if possible. Knowing when to declare that you have the most coins is crucial; declaring too early or too late can cost you the game. Also, remember that the bags used in the video are not the official game bags, which are designed to make it easier for adults to reach inside.
game anatomy
Complexity1.3 / 5
BGG rating5.7 / 10
Vibe
PartyFamily
Language dependence
No in-game text needed
Play time
30 min
Players
3–6
Recommended age
9+ yrs
BGG rank
#19.009
from Trișache · verified
Frequently asked questions
Q1What is the goal of the game?
The primary objective of Moneybags is to accumulate the highest number of coins by the end of the game. Players will strategically take coins from others or declare their lead to try and secure their victory.
Q2How do you set up the game?
To set up the game, each player is given a bag, and an equal number of coins are distributed among all players. Additionally, one player is randomly chosen to receive a diamond, which is represented by a die in this demonstration. The diamond is placed in that player's bag along with their coins. The coins and diamond are kept hidden inside the bags until they are revealed for scoring.
Q3How does a turn work?
During a player's turn, they have two main options. The first option is to choose another player and take a handful of coins from their bag. The chosen player must allow this without looking inside their bag. The second option is to declare that they believe they have the most coins among all players and wish to end their participation in the current round. If a player chooses to take coins, they then add these coins to their own bag.
Q4How is scoring calculated?
If a player chooses to take coins from another player's bag, they count the coins they took and add them to their own. If a player declares they have the most coins, all players must reveal the contents of their bags, including any diamonds. The diamond counts as a coin for the purpose of determining who has the most. The player with the most coins wins the round.
Q5When and how does the game end?
The game can end in two ways: either after two full rounds of play, where each player has had two opportunities to take coins or declare, or when a player decides to declare that they have the most coins. If a player declares and is correct, they win the round. If they are incorrect, they are eliminated from the game, and all their coins and the diamond are distributed among the remaining players. The player with the most coins at the end of the game wins.
Q6What tips are there for beginners?
A key strategy in Moneybags is to listen carefully to the sound of coins being shaken in other players' bags. This can help you estimate how many coins they might have. The diamond is a valuable asset, as it counts as a coin, so try to acquire it if possible. Knowing when to declare that you have the most coins is crucial; declaring too early or too late can cost you the game. Also, remember that the bags used in the video are not the official game bags, which are designed to make it easier for adults to reach inside.
Q7How much does Moneybags cost?
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Q8Where can I buy Moneybags cheapest?
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Q9How do you play Moneybags?
Moneybags is a bluffing game, for 3–6 players, taking ~30 minutes, featuring physical removal. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about Moneybags — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q10How many players does Moneybags support?
Moneybags is played by 3–6 players.
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