Objective of the Game
Schlag den Raab is a board game inspired by the popular German TV show of the same name. The goal of the game is to earn points by winning various mini-games and having more points than the opponent or opposing team at the end.
Components
- 1 Game Board
- 40 Mini-Game Cards
- 1 Hourglass
- 1 Die
- 1 Notepad with Pen
- Player Tokens
- Play Money for certain games
Setup
- Place the game board in the center of the table.
- Each player or team selects a token and places it on the starting space.
- Shuffle the mini-game cards and place them face down.
- Designate one player or team as "Raab" and the others as challengers.
Gameplay
The game is played in rounds, each including a mini-game.
- Round Start: The challenger draws a mini-game card and reads the instructions aloud.
- Play the Mini-Game: Players perform the mini-game according to the instructions on the card. These games might include quizzes, dexterity tests, sports challenges, or strategic puzzles.
- Scoring: The winner of the mini-game receives a set number of points, which varies by game and is indicated on the card.
- Move Token: After a mini-game, the winner advances their token on the board by the number of points they earned.
- Next Round: These steps repeat until all games are completed.
Special Features & Strategies
- Team Play: The game can be played in teams, requiring strategic planning and good communication.
- Varied Skills Needed: Since mini-games demand various skills and knowledge, it is beneficial to strategically leverage each player’s strengths in a team.
- Time Pressure: Some games use the hourglass, making time management crucial.
End of the Game
The game ends once all mini-games have been played. The player or team with the most points wins the game. In the case of a tie, an additional game can be played to determine the final winner.
Note: Rules might slightly vary based on specific editions of the game or house rules.