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Rootword

Rootword

(Self-Published) · 2010
2–630 min12+ yrs1.5/5 complexity7.1 BGGCouples
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How do you play Rootword?

In Rootword, each player builds and scores words by playing roots, extending the roots with more letters, and then finishing them off with yet more letters. Longer words are worth more, so extend your roots as long as you like, but watch out!

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Rootword box art
official art · (Self-Published)

In Rootword, each player builds and scores words by playing roots, extending the roots with more letters, and then finishing them off with yet more letters. Longer words are worth more, so extend your roots as long as you like, but watch out! Any root still on the table can be stolen by another player if they can extend it. (from the rulebook)

Letter Cards Deck (104 cards) Turn Summary Cards Deck (6 cards) Rules Document

game anatomy
Complexity1.5 / 5
BGG rating7.1 / 10
Vibe
Couples
Language dependence
Unplayable in another language
Play time
30 min
Players
2–6
Recommended age
12+ yrs
from Trișache · verified

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Q3How do you play Rootword?
Rootword is a card game game, for 2–6 players, taking ~30 minutes, featuring hand management. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about Rootword — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q4How many players does Rootword support?
Rootword is played by 2–6 players.
Q5How long does a game of Rootword take?
A game of Rootword takes about 30 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)
Q6What age is Rootword for?
Rootword is recommended from age 12.
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