I’ve been working on a small card game called Dot Allot. The challenge was to make a game with 18 cards, but only 9 are used in each play. Here are the print and play files:

• Rules (PDF)
• Cards (PDF)

The Idea

Score the most points by creating the largest groups of coloured dots (red, blue, and yellow) in your scoring area. Every turn forces you to place at least one dot into your opponent’s area. It creates a tug-of-war where even your best move might come back to hurt you later.

How to Play

On your turn, you:

• Play a card onto the scoring track
• Line it up with the grid
• Place at least one dot into your opponent’s area

See It in Action

Pitch video:
https://youtu.be/_yH1xClKKsc

Try It Yourself

If you try it, I’d love to hear what stands out. Are there moments where helping your opponent feels too strong—or not strong enough?