BoardGame Verdict
82

A press-your-luck card game where players flip cards one by one without flipping the same number twice, trying to be the first to reach 200 points. Players can score their current cards or risk taking another card, potentially losing everything they hold.

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The Verdict

based on 20 reviews

Positive 0%
Very easy to learn and teach, with rules that can be explained in minutes.
Fast-paced, tense, and exciting gameplay that keeps players engaged.
Excellent for larger groups, parties, and as a gateway game for new players.
Interactive special cards add a fun and strategic element.
Quick to set up and highly portable.
The game is heavily based on luck, which may not be suitable for players who prefer strategy.
The retail box is often criticized for being unnecessarily large for a deck of cards.
Players can fall significantly behind with no way to catch up, diminishing their involvement.
The experience is considered less exciting with a lower player count.
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Party Tails Games, Lee and KennyArticleTop List

The reviewer enthusiastically recommends Flip 7 as a new favorite, praising its simple yet addictive press-your-luck gameplay that provides an adrenaline rush, making it an excellent quick-playing game for any collection, despite its lack of a strong theme.

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95
Man vs Meeple, Man vs MeepleVideo

The reviewer enthusiastically praises "Flip 7 with a Vengeance," declaring it a strong contender for the greatest card game of all time and highly recommending it for nearly everyone's collection, emphasizing the fun derived even from negative play experiences.

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Board Game Gumbo, BJArticle

“I can see FLIP 7 replacing No Thanks! as my geaux-to initial game to teach to new gamers.”

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90
Bert Games, BertArticle

“Flip 7 is an easy to learn and quick game that is fun for just about everyone. Flip7 gave me some of the feels of being in a casino but without the stress of loosing money.”

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90
Board Game TipsArticleTop List

“Nominated for 6 awards and won 3. ⭐️ Nominated for Spiel des Jahres 2025”

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90
IGN, Scott WhiteArticle

“Flip 7 is an easy recommendation regardless of your experience with card games, the size of your collection, or even your age. This is an excellent option for a stocking-stuffer around the holidays, a gift for a friend, or something to snag if you are planning a party with some friends.”

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90
Board Game Apprentice, Board Game ApprenticeArticleTop List

The reviewer enthusiastically recommends "Flip 7" as an incredibly fun and addicting push-your-luck card game that is easy to learn and suitable for any group, making it a perfect, versatile party game.

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90
BlameSociety, Aaron Yonda and Matt SloanVideo

The reviewer from BlameSociety's 'Beer and Board Games' series considered 'Flip 7' a strong contender for the best game of 2025, indicating a highly positive and enjoyable experience with the game.

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90
One Board Family, Andrew and AnitraArticleTop List

The reviewers highly recommend Flip 7 for families, praising its ability to engage all players and its accessibility, making it enjoyable for various age groups and those familiar with classic card games.

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85
Drive Thru Games, Joel EddyVideo

The reviewer found 'Flip 7' to be a very good and fun push-your-luck card game, praising its ease of play and quick rounds, despite not fully living up to initial excessive hype. He noted its engaging 'Russian roulette' feel where players can push their luck and make strategic decisions.

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85
Board Game ReviewArticle

“This has that mass-market appeal yet still retains enough interest for the gamer as well. Kudos to it for striking that balance so well.”

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80
Board Game QuestArticle

“Casual games will always have a broader appeal and thus an audience willing to try out “your new game”. For all the games you bought with the intention of playing with others, Flip 7 has no barriers you’ll have to overcome in convincing them to play it with you at least once.”

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80
BoardGameBollocks, BoardGameBollocksVideo

The reviewer found 'Flip 7' to be an enjoyable and ridiculously fun push-your-luck card game, appreciating its action cards and strategic twists. However, they noted that the game can feel too long and that the late-game scoring can become bogged down by unnecessary calculations.

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80
Meeple Mountain, Kevin BrantleyArticle

“You may regret that last card draw, but you won’t regret bringing this to your next social function!”

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80
BoardGameCo, Alex RadcliffeArticleTop List

The reviewer found 'Flip 7' to be a very fun and solid game, particularly noting its quick, accessible nature and ease of play, which makes it a great filler for various situations, even if not a game he would always request.

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80
Board Game Casual, RJVideo

The reviewer enthusiastically praises Flip 7 as a fantastic, casual push-your-luck card game that is easy to teach and offers high energy with quick, streamlined turns, even replacing similar games in their collection.

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78
What's Eric Playing?, EricArticle

“Quick, fun, and fresh: all words I’d use to describe Flip 7. If you’re a fan of pushing your luck, you need a portable little card game, or you just like to bust when you would have scored huge, you might want to check this game out!”

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75
Game Boy Geek, The Game Boy GeekVideo

The reviewer recommends Flip 7 as a quick, fun push-your-luck party game that can create memorable moments, despite its potential for rounds to fall flat due to 'dumb luck' and some cards like the 'freeze' card impacting player experience negatively. While not considered the 'best card game of all time,' it is enjoyable for casual family gatherings.

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70
Shelfside, AshtonVideo

The reviewer found Flip 7 to be a legitimately fun and addicting push-your-luck card game, particularly great for casual players and social gatherings due to its easy-to-learn Blackjack-like mechanics and low friction gameplay. However, they noted a lack of deep strategy, interaction, and theme, which prevented it from being a more lasting experience.

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70
The Dice Tower, Tom VaselVideo

Tom Vasel gave Flip 7 a rating of 7.0, enjoying it as a fun and highly portable push-your-luck card game that is easy to play with a wide range of people, from family to casual acquaintances, making it suitable for various social settings.

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