A real-time horse racing betting game where players frantically place bets on horse races as they unfold, either through an app or live dice rolling. The game captures the excitement and chaos of a day at the races with simultaneous betting action across four rounds.
The Verdict
based on 28 reviews
The reviewer enthusiastically rates 'Ready Set Bet' a perfect 10 out of 10, calling it the best party game they have ever played. They highlight its fun, excitement, and suitability for large groups, noting it will remain a permanent part of their collection due to their personal enjoyment of the gambling and horse betting theme.
Ready Set Bet is a thoroughbred and one of the best experiences 2022 has to offer.
The reviewer enthusiastically praises Ready Set Bet as a phenomenal and exhilarating horse racing party game, placing it among his top five party games of all time due to its high-octane excitement and accessible gameplay.
The reviewer highly recommends Ready Set Bet as a phenomenal and exciting real-time betting party game, praising its ability to create a fun atmosphere and generate high adrenaline, especially with the use of its companion app.
The reviewers found 'Ready Set Bet' to be a highly interactive and boisterous party game that shines with a lively group, providing an exciting and fun experience, though some noted a potential for fatigue after extended play.
ProZD enthusiastically recommends 'Ready Set Bet' as an absolute blast, particularly when utilizing the companion app to manage the real-time horse races, allowing players to fully immerse themselves in the thrilling betting experience, despite the potentially frantic pace.
Ready Set Bet fills your table with excitement with its high-octane horse racing action. With limited opportunities for each type of bet, the tension builds and pundits must time their bets.
Ready Set Bet really does bring the excitement of being at the track into your gameroom. This has the potential to replace “They’re at the Post” as my favorite horse betting game in my collection!
The reviewer highly recommends "Ready Set Bet" as a solid, fun, and engaging party game that excels with larger groups, praising its ability to entertain his entire family and noting its long-term appeal.
Ready Set Bet is easily one of my favorite party games to date. It's fast, chaotic, and an absolute blast.
The Tantrum House reviewers enthusiastically recommend "Ready Set Bet" as an exciting and accessible party game that accommodates many players and offers a fun experience even for those new to betting, despite one reviewer initially finding it a bit overwhelming.
Ready Set Bet is fun, though. It’s really good fun. It’s chaotic and noisy and funny and stupid, and I love it. I highly recommend it.
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