ABOUT THE GAME
- StepAt the beginning every player receives four cards arranged in a square (2x2) in front of the player, face down. Now, look at your cards and memorize the two closest to you.
Beginning
- StepYou will discover the other cards later if you use card abilities correctly during the game. From this point on, viewing the cards at will is strictly prohibited. You must rely solely on your memory!
The course
- StepPlayers take turns clockwise. You draw a card from the game deck and decide whether to play it or play any card from your hand.
Your Turn
- StepDifferent cards have different abilities. During the game, you can peek at your own cards or the cards of your opponents, swap them blindly or knowingly, and, under certain conditions, discard your own and, the most enjoyable part, other players' cards!
During the Game You ...
- StepThe objective of the game is to get rid of cards with high denominations, leaving yourself with cards that have a total sum of 5 or fewer points.
Goal
Main aspects of the game
Drive
Self-control is a crucial part of this game.
You will only master the game if you take control of your adrenaline. Be prepared for heated battles and unforgettable experiences with your friends!Strategy
You can win by quickly discarding all the high-value cards. You can intentionally collect pairs of cards with scores that will cancel each other out at the end of the round. You can constantly pursue valuable cards that are circulating among the players. You can win in different ways – just pick a strategy!Dexterity
If you have a card in your hand that is identical to the one on top of the discard pile, quickly discard it! Didn't make it in time? Your opponent did it first? Next time, you'll have to be quicker!Memory
This game will challenge your mind! You'll have to remember both your own and other players’ cards, and it's best to always know exactly where the card you need is situated.You have to keep track of whether someone has moved it while you were distracted!
Contents
63 cards, including:
48
number cards
12
ability cards
3
reference cards
(not playable)
(not playable)
instruction sheet
The Rules
Download the instruction
FAQ
The game is quite challenging for a beginner! Can I simplify the rules for the first play?
AnswerOf course! We would suggest excluding the ability of the 0 (zero) card at the beginning. Also feel free to modify existing rules or come up with your own! We’d love to hear all the ways of playing this game you’ve come up with (we check this email!) : lowfivegames@gmail.comCan I discard the opponent's card (based on the "DISCARDING CARDS" section of the rules) that I just viewed during my turn?
AnswerYes, absolutely. You can discard a card regardless at what point in the game you saw it. However, remember that this rule can be used only by one player once per turn.If I discard my card (based on the "DISCARDING CARDS" section of the rules), do I need to draw an additional card from the deck into my hand?
AnswerNo. If you discard a card from your hand that is identical to the one on top of the discard pile, you simply get rid of that card. There are no consequences, and you don't need to draw an additional card.According to the "CARD ABILITIES" section in the rules, certain cards enable the player to swap cards on the table. Can I swap two cards of the same player?
AnswerThis is not stipulated in the rules. While playing, you will understand that it doesn't do much for the game.The opponent, while trying to discard my card, accidentally picked the wrong card (not identical to the card on top of the discard pile). He took a penalty card, but revealed my card to all the other players. It seems unfair to me!
AnswerLife is filled with unfairness! But trust us: it's unlikely that all your opponents remembered that card. Just enjoy the game and continue playing!If a player got a negative score during a round, how should their score be counted in the following rounds (in case of playing in sets)?
AnswerA player can have a negative score after each round - their scores simply sum up (including negative scores).What happens if a player ended a game (knocked) but it turned out they have more than five points?
AnswerIf a player ends a game, thinking they have 5 or fewer points but in reality they have more points (i.e. they make a mistake), they receive a penalty of 20 points.What happens if a player cheats and looks at their cards?
AnswerIf a player unauthorizedly looks at their own cards or the cards of other players, they must blindly draw two additional cards from the deck and add them to their hand face down. If a player violates the card viewing rule for a second time during a single game (set), they receive a penalty of 50 points at the end of the round.Can I purchase LOW 5 at an offline store?
AnswerWe don't have our own physical store, but you will be able to purchase the game from our partners in the future. We are working on it!Will children find LOW 5 enjoyable to play?
AnswerWe would recommend this game for players aged 12 and above. Please lend a hand in explaining and clarifying the rules for our youngest players.
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