Joe Name It

By Gamewright
Price $9.99
Age 12 & Up

This quick-moving, easy-to-learn game is sometimes easy, sometimes not-so-much, with the level of difficulty often impacted by a roll of the die. There are two types of question cards, Just Joe (one player answers the question) and Any Joe (all play). In either case, the first player who correctly answers the question keeps the card, and the first to collect 10 cards, wins. Each question, all of which contain a blank, is completed by the number rolled on the die. So while 'Name 2 types of lettuce,' may be a walk in the park for most of us, naming 6 might be a stretch. The fact that some cards require more specialized knowledge, such as 'Name _ human bones,' while others, (Name _ TV dads) lean toward pop culture or frivolity, creates a balance that allows just about anyone to compete well. The highly compact packaging makes it easy to bring along anywhere, keeping the conversation and fun flowing at all times!