Schotten Totten (1999)

“As we wrap up this Schotten Totten review, we find a game that's deceptively simple yet surprisingly rich. It's all about the subtle art of hand management, the merry dance of player interaction, and the delicate balance of deeply strategic decisions. I've laughed, second-guessed, and even reveled in the intense duel of the minds this game provides.”

“So overall, I really love this game, and I'm going to be keeping this one in my collection now, just because the art really brings it home for me.”(8:11)

“It's great! You should probably try it if you can! Schotten-Totten (Gaelic for Shootin' Tootin') is a surprisingly lovely game that combines genuinely affectionate Scottish stereotyping with interesting card play.”

“You can sink an afternoon into Schotten Totten and come out feeling refreshed and closer to your partner. The game is effortlessly fun, but still enough of a challenge to get your cogs turning.”

“It is an excellent game, and one I expect to keep in my collection as long as I have a collection to keep.”

“The whole game is play a card then take a card. It couldn't be simpler, and yet the decision of which card to play and where is up there with the best.”

“This game is such a minimal investment (both in time and money), and such a great payoff, that I easily recommend it to just about anyone.”

“Knizia scores yet again; now if he can only manage to stay away from those spare rib and sauerkraut meals before retiring at night to dream of new game themes.”

“But give a try to this game because it is really and truly a good game and there is a reason why it has been around for so long, and there is a reason why so many consider it a modern classic.”(14:36)

“For players who relish that kind of direct confrontation, it's a masterclass in tight, tactical design that has aged remarkably well and that perfect package of endlessly replayable in a real small box.”

“Schotten Totten is another game that every gamer should keep in their game bag. Despite feeling repetitive with serial plays, it keeps high engagement as a filler. Couples will also find it a welcome opener on gamer date night.”

“It's going to be a 7.5 because it's a game I really enjoy a lot. It's quick, it's fast, and makes you think. You have a lot of chances and possibilities. It's a really good game.”(7:53)

“I have a load of these head to head two player games, from Santorini to Tash Kalar. This sits with the best of them. It’s probably the cheapest and the most portable. Believe me, this is a worthy addition to your collection.”

“Schotten Totten is a quality game, period. Whatever copy you may have, it really doesn't matter. The game is good and will remain a premier 2 player game in my collection.”