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Flip 7

Game ID: GID0129789
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Description

Flip over cards one by one without flipping the same number twice.

Sound easy? Think again! This isn't just any deck of cards… In Flip 7 there's only one 1 card, two 2's, three 3’s, etc plus a bunch of special cards that can score you extra points, give you a second chance, or freeze you or your opponents in your tracks.

Are you the type of player to play it safe and bank points before you bust, or are you going to risk it all and go for the bonus points by flipping over seven in a row? Press your luck meets strategy in this addictive card game that's sure to be the greatest card game you’ve ever played!

—description from the publisher

Year Published
2024
Transcript Analysis
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Video mV0Bv8XcRCk Board Game Club general_discussion at 1:02 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • fast, accessible push-your-luck mechanic that scales well in social play
  • high interaction and banter between players
  • clear, memorable win condition (reach 200 and see who ends up furthest if someone wins)
  • the deck design and power cards add strategic variety
Cons
  • heavy luck element can overshadow strategy in some rounds
  • chaotic late-game dynamics may frustrate more methodical players
  • deck composition can lead to long stretches without meaningful decisions for some players
Thematic elements
  • risk, luck, and calculated betting
  • casual game night at a table with a casino vibe
  • light-hearted, social, competitive banter
Comparison games
  • Blackjack
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • banking and scoring — points on the cards are banked to accumulate toward the end goal; the round structure and scoring depend on whether players bank before busting.
  • bust rule — turning over a card that matches a number already in front of you busts you from the round.
  • card deck composition — a nonstandard deck with repeated numerals (12s, 11s, 10s, etc.) and special power and multiplier cards.
  • flip seven end condition — if seven different numbered cards appear, the round ends and players bank points with a bonus.
  • flip three — an action card that makes a chosen player flip the next three cards for a risk-and-reward scenario.
  • freeze card — locks a player out of turning over cards, forcing them to bank their points.
  • second chance — a power card that allows you to discard a matching card and stay in the round.
  • stick or twist — players decide to stick with their current banked points or twist to draw more cards and risk busting.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • Lori introduces Flip 7 and frames it as a push your luck experience
  • the round ends when seven different numbered cards have appeared
  • Flip 7 is described as a push your luck game reminiscent of Blackjack
  • the Sisterhood of the Brotherhood is invoked repeatedly as a playful in-group joke
  • the group collaboratively debates whether to bank or twist in tense moments
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Video A07Iz04yc5g Midas Suggested Game board_game_gift_guide at 1:30 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Easy to learn
  • Creates memorable moments
  • Plays up to 99 players
Cons
none
Thematic elements
  • Pushing luck
  • Casino-style card game
  • Light-hearted
Comparison games
  • UNO
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Push Your Luck — Players flip cards trying to avoid repeats, similar to Blackjack
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • Might I suggest a game?
  • Small games that give you big moments are just such a delight
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Video kc5QeCJGfXU BG top_5_list at 11:08 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Great party game for many players
  • Exciting with many rounds
  • Easy to teach
Cons
  • Heavy reliance on luck may frustrate some
Thematic elements
  • press your luck with flipping cards to avoid duplicates
  • table-wide party game with many players
  • energetic, party-focused
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • card flipping — Flip cards in sequence, avoid duplicates.
  • flip three cards — Confronts risk with three cards drawn at once.
  • freeze mechanic — Freeze yourself or freeze an opponent to control flow.
  • score accumulation — Earn points towards a target of 200 to end the game.
  • second chances — Special cards give a second chance or freeze effects.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • Just the cards. That's it. Nothing else.
  • Not today.
  • we're not ranking them. No, we're just talking about them.
  • it's a simple concept, but the game is fun.
  • Simple rules.
  • Duck and cover.
  • quack.
  • it's a cute little game.
  • reminds me a little bit like scout where you cannot move your cards.
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Video 04IwyCmqG-o Foster the Mele top_10_list at 9:20 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
none
Cons
none
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • We are here today to do part two, which is the $1,000 collection.
  • This is a luxury hobby.
  • Board Game Bliss affiliates. The link is going to be in the description.
  • If you have a crisp $1,000 bill, you can go to your friendly local gaming store to spend that money on board games.
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Video EJXGyHsu4ug Might Suggested Games top_10_list at 2:08 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Easy to learn
  • Quick gameplay
  • Fun risk-taking mechanism
Cons
none
Thematic elements
  • Push your luck card game
  • Card-based scoring
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Push Your Luck — Flip cards trying to get highest score without busting
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • If you want to know my top suggestions for 2024 for board games that I love and that you will too...
  • 2024 really was a year of small box games
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Video 3SG-6QpJZ1s Stonemire Games discussion at 7:29 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Streamlined and focused on doing one thing really well
  • Recent success with simple, focused design
Cons
none
Thematic elements
none
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • The one thing I've realized from playing on board game arena is that I'm out of practice on scoring games. So I would say to game developers, make sure scoring is streamlined and not too convoluted.
  • Musical immersion and satisfying feedback for interacting with the game. Fun game vs fun video game actions may not even have any actual utility, but they still feel good.
  • Don't forget to design catchup mechanisms. The way Mario Kart World weighs its items based on racer position is such an enjoyable simple catch-up mechanism.
  • Video games reward you for completing tough challenges with meaningful unlocks. Trek 12 is my favorite example of this.
  • Video games stay fresh through patches, updates, and community content.
  • Video games let you tailor the challenge to your comfort zone from casual mode to insane mode.
  • Video games excel at simultaneous engagement. Everyone's playing all the time. Imagine Mario Kart where each player races one at a time instead of all at the same time.
  • There are few things that are more intimidating than a 20 plus page rule book. Video games drop you into the action quickly and teach you as you play.
  • Board games often withhold feedback until the final score tally. Video games give you constant feedback loops. Mid-game checkpoints and milestones could help players better understand how they're doing.
  • I am much more of a tabletop game player than a digital game player. But I over the last few years, especially in researching Vantage, I researched a lot of video games.
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Video W2x3y1atNIM Going Analog Podcast analysis at 7:17 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • very quick rounds
  • easy to teach
  • great party game
Cons
  • luck-driven elements can dominate
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • deck-building/hand management — Balance risk and reward as higher cards appear in the deck.
  • Push Your Luck — Players push to draw higher value cards but must avoid busting to maximize score.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • There will be only one topic. Only one.
  • We wanted to do our traditional deep dive into this year the 2025 American Tabletop Award winners, nominees, and recommended games.
  • To prevent conflicts of interest, we ask people who have any connection to a game … to not submit any game that they have a conflict of interest with during that nomination process.
  • The fundamental nature of taxonomic organization, right? There is no one rule that will satisfy every single person for where a game belongs in terms of like is it a good game for people that are getting into gaming?
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Video XcMvyEW8wlk Unspecified Board Game Channel top_10_list at 0:31 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Simple gameplay
  • Quick to learn
Cons
  • High luck element
Thematic elements
  • Push your luck
  • Card game
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Push Your Luck — Draw cards to accumulate points, risk burning out if you draw two of the same card
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • The more cards you draw, the theoretically more points you will get, but you could burn down at any point
  • If you have regrets better have deep regrets, not shallow ones
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Video hNNkJv6HzsI Our Family Plays Games general_discussion at 49:00 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • fast, social
Cons
  • some may find it chaotic
Thematic elements
  • quick play, card shedding
  • card game from OP
  • light
Comparison games
  • 7 Wonders
  • Skull
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • card shedding — play cards to shed while meeting constraints
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • We are back live and excited to talk with you all!
  • Lego is entering the board game space with Monkey Palace.
  • DEI panels are important for enlightenment and inclusion.
  • World Wonders is a memorable highlight from Grand Con.
  • Massive convention energy and community at Grand Con.
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Video tn-FS7nogE4 Actual general_discussion at 0:39 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • simple to learn
  • quick play
Cons
  • light in depth
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • push-your-luck / press-your-luck — players attempt to achieve favorable outcomes via risk-taking with a simple set of rules
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • I play video games to escape.
  • Word Slam is a party game that I think should be up there with Code Names.
  • If you are being judged by others for your passion, just try to ignore it.
  • I think with the right people, I could definitely have an amazing time.
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Video TSk6LomtBRw Unknown Channel game_review at 1:49 sentiment: negative
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Overall sentiment (raw)
negative
Pros
  • Very cheap price
Cons
  • Rules quality questionable
  • Knockoff quality may vary and affect play
Thematic elements
  • N/A
  • N/A
  • N/A
Comparison games
  • Flip 7 (original)
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • card-based play — Cards are used to determine actions; original mechanics mirrored but quality uncertain in knockoff.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • The quality of the game is actually quite good.
  • But it really did blow me away with the quality of this Chinese ripoff.
  • The rules are a little bit [ __ ] I'm not entirely sure how the rules come in the original.
  • the quality of the cards are okay.
  • they're absolutely serviceable and if you put this in front of somebody, I doubt very much they will be able to tell that this was not a legitimate copy of Flip 7.
  • the box is printed quite well.
  • the beer mat thing did come with like a water stain on it which is a little bit weird
  • if you spent seven quid on a copy of this one.
  • the box is really [__]. It came sort of a little bit bashed in.
  • the dice that you got, I like these. Not very nice. Pretty crappy red and blue dice
  • the box came like split and smashed up.
  • the print of it is kind of washed out.
  • for 12 quid, hell. I mean, what's it go for? Like 55 quid. 12 quid versus 55 quid. It's tempting.
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Video XE6FAvAaulk Board Game Geeks Game Night awards_review at 7:48 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Accessible
  • Easy to play
Cons
none
Thematic elements
none
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
Mechanics unknown.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • These games are all about good times, good vibes.
  • I'm a social butterfly extrovert, but occasionally I need me.
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Video rkqmxo9-wyc Board Game Geek Podcast top_12_list at 44:00 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Excellent for very large groups
  • Engaging shouting and interaction
Cons
  • Can be chaotic and lengthy at high player counts
Thematic elements
  • card-slick numbers and risk/point chase
  • High-player-party-card game with flexible group sizes
  • chaotic, energetic bidding and bluffing
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Card play with number matching — Players avoid busting while climbing toward 200 points
  • Multi-card draw and multiplier effects — Second-chance and multipliers can swing total scores dramatically
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • This is like the epitome of like party game.
  • This is the epitome of party game—it's light, easy to play, and great for big groups.
  • It's a visual thing. You don't really need to know anything.
  • There are multiple ways to get points. You don't have to be exactly right.
  • It's basically bingo, but elevated with a twist and a lot of fun.
  • Flip 7 is crazy. You can start yelling do it, do it, and it's a lot of fun for many people.
  • Don't Mess with Cthulhu is the hidden role game you want for a crowd that likes a bit of suspense.
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Video VIsDVKmfjZk Four Stupid top_10_list at 4:00 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Very cheap for the value
  • Fun with groups
  • Easy to teach
Cons
  • Can be luck-dependent; replayability may vary
Thematic elements
  • risk management with numbers
  • pub-style card game with poker-esque vibes
  • fast-paced family party game
Comparison games
  • Love Letter
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • card drawing and risk management — players draw cards and decide when to stop; aim for a hand totaling seven without duplicates.
  • Elimination — duplicate numbers bust the player.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • They're terrible. Terrible. Don't buy those people.
  • We love Hannabi. We talked about it a ton.
  • Merry Christmas.
  • You deserve it just like we deserve.
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Video KfWQg7BW4ek Gaming with Edeto game_review at 1:16 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Simple and easy to learn
  • Fun and engaging with blackjack-like tension
  • Visually appealing card artwork
  • Accessible light, beer-and-pretzel style party game appeal
  • Possible varied play with bonus and special cards
Cons
  • Box design and packaging disliked by the reviewer
  • Card stacking/box layout can be awkward or frustrating
  • Some players may have uneven experiences due to luck
Thematic elements
  • Blackjack-inspired risk management and card-drawing dynamics
  • Casual casino-table setting; players at a table with a dealer
  • informal, instructional
Comparison games
  • Murder of Crows
  • Blackjack
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Bonus cards with non-card-value effects — Some cards grant bonus value or extra points that don't count toward the card total.
  • Bust rule (two identical cards) — If a player is dealt two of the same card, they bust.
  • Dealer vs players — A dealer handles play with players taking turns drawing to beat the dealer without busting.
  • Forced draw action — Certain cards can force another player to draw three cards in a row.
  • Hit or Stay — Players choose to draw cards to increase their total; totals are the sum of card values shown.
  • Special cards (heart container) — Heart-container cards modify outcomes, such as allowing a bust to be avoided once.
  • Streak bonus — A streak (e.g., seven cards drawn in a row) yields extra bonus points.
  • Target score to win — First player to reach 200 points wins.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • It's basically like, you know, Fujifil meets um Blackjack. No brainer. This is going to be great.
  • It's great.
  • I picked it up and I loved it.
  • I don't like these boxes.
  • It's simple. It works. It's fun.
  • It's a souped-up blackjack.
  • Easy to recommend.
  • Really graphic look to them.
  • pusher look is fun and blackjack's fun.
  • Beer and pretzel type games.
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