Abstract Strategy · Math

Tern

Get those gears TERNing with this deceptively simple game of chain reactions.

2–4 players60 minages 8

About the game

What is Tern

Get those gears TERNing with this deceptively simple game of chain reactions.

Larger numbers flip smaller numbers, and flipped tiles can trigger other tiles. Find the longest chain reactions to maximize your score. But, be careful not to let your opponents piggyback. Try to place your tile in a way that cuts off your opponent from setting off the same chain. Don't forget that you can only flip tiles of the opposite color!

For advanced players, utilize the special TERN coin to manipulate tiles and optimize your "tern"!

On your turn, a player selects 1 tile from their hand to play to the table. Compare the numbers on the sides of your played tile to the numbers on any touching tiles. If the number on the played tile is higher AND the touching tile is the opposite color, then flip the touching tile. Now, if the flipped tile is now touching any other tiles with a lower number and an opposite color, then flip that tile as well. Repeat this process until no tiles can be flipped.

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