Pass Pass

Outsmart your opponents in a clever, fast-moving trick-taking game where winning cards isn't just about taking tricks—it's about passing hands and controlling the flow of the game.

Pass Pass (published by Randolph / Hachette Boardgames) is a lively trick-taking card game that puts a unique twist on classic card play mechanisms. Moving away from standard point-salting or simple high-card trick captures, this title introduces a dynamic card-passing mechanic that constantly shifts hand management strategies. The primary gameplay objective centers on score accumulation: players play cards into tricks to either win valuable scoring cards or strategically pass unwanted cards and control turn order for future rounds.

The primary mechanical hurdle stems from navigating the dual objective of winning high-value tricks while managing hand composition—playing your highest card might win the current trick, but it could leave you vulnerable in subsequent rounds or force you to pass a powerful card to an opponent. Designed for 3 to 6 players aged 8 and up, a typical session plays out in a fast-paced 20 minutes. To master the game, players must anticipate their opponents' moves, carefully time when to take tricks, and use card-passing phases to disrupt rival hands. Victory goes to the player who balances short-term trick wins with long-term hand control.

Game Specs at a Glance:
Age Range: 8+ Years
Publisher: Randolph
Play Time: 20 Minutes
Player Count: 1-4 Players
Complexity: Light (Trick-Taking, Hand Management, Card Passing, Tactical Play)

What's in the Box?

• 54 Playing Cards
• 1 Rulebook