5211 cover
2019BGG rank #4,176

5211

by Tsuyoshi Hashiguchi (はしぐち つよし) · Next Move Games

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Players2–5
Time20–30m
ComplexityLight
Age8+

About the game

What is 5211?

5211 is a fast-playing card game with a unique scoring method that rewards clever play! This game has cards 1-6 in five colors. Each player starts with a hand of five cards. Players play two cards face-down, then simultaneously reveal them. They refill their hand, then repeat this process two more times, but only with one card. The cards of the majority color will score — unless too many are present, in which case the color busts and the second most color scores. In case of a tie for majority, the tied colors are also out. These rounds are repeated until the deck runs out. The player with the most points wins. 5211 is a new edition of 5 COLORS that has all new art.

How it plays

Mechanics

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On the shelf

Categories

Card Game

Questions players ask

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  • How do setup and the first turn work in 5211?
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