Beasts is a limited information co-op game that feels similar to "The Game" and "The Crew" for me. Beasts was very fun and it would definitely replace The Game in my collection. (The art is also a lot prettier than The Game).
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Beasts
Publisher: Pandasaurus Games
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Beasts
Description
Beasts is a co-operative card game in which players work together to climb ever higher through a series of three-digit numbers, transforming the current number by strategically covering one digit at a time. Each player plays all cards of a single suit from their hand on their turn, always aiming to create a new number that's higher than the last.
But things get wild when the beasts arrive. These mischievous creatures correspond to specific card types — like Whole Hearts or Broken Spades — and once they show up, they restrict where those card types can be played on the board. Beasts are startled when placed above matching cards, which makes them move (or even flee), and part of your team's challenge is luring and managing these creatures so that they don't block your most valuable options.
Each player has limited information they can communicate, so the game hinges on clever planning, interpreting your teammates' cues, and maximizing every turn. With just a few shared discard tokens and an ever-growing number, your group will need to work in perfect sync to survive all the beasts and play every card in the deck.
Complete the deck, tame the chaos, and claim victory with the highest number possible — if you can outwit the beasts.
But things get wild when the beasts arrive. These mischievous creatures correspond to specific card types — like Whole Hearts or Broken Spades — and once they show up, they restrict where those card types can be played on the board. Beasts are startled when placed above matching cards, which makes them move (or even flee), and part of your team's challenge is luring and managing these creatures so that they don't block your most valuable options.
Each player has limited information they can communicate, so the game hinges on clever planning, interpreting your teammates' cues, and maximizing every turn. With just a few shared discard tokens and an ever-growing number, your group will need to work in perfect sync to survive all the beasts and play every card in the deck.
Complete the deck, tame the chaos, and claim victory with the highest number possible — if you can outwit the beasts.
Additional information
| Mechanics: | Hand Management Communication Limits Co-operative Play |
| Categories: | Card Games Numeri |
| Alternative names: | |
| BARCODE: | 850059057346 |
| This was seen 1324 times | |
Description
Beasts is a co-operative card game in which players work together to climb ever higher through a series of three-digit numbers, transforming the current number by strategically covering one digit at a time. Each player plays all cards of a single suit from their hand on their turn, always aiming to create a new number that's higher than the last.
But things get wild when the beasts arrive. These mischievous creatures correspond to specific card types — like Whole Hearts or Broken Spades — and once they show up, they restrict where those card types can be played on the board. Beasts are startled when placed above matching cards, which makes them move (or even flee), and part of your team's challenge is luring and managing these creatures so that they don't block your most valuable options.
Each player has limited information they can communicate, so the game hinges on clever planning, interpreting your teammates' cues, and maximizing every turn. With just a few shared discard tokens and an ever-growing number, your group will need to work in perfect sync to survive all the beasts and play every card in the deck.
Complete the deck, tame the chaos, and claim victory with the highest number possible — if you can outwit the beasts.
But things get wild when the beasts arrive. These mischievous creatures correspond to specific card types — like Whole Hearts or Broken Spades — and once they show up, they restrict where those card types can be played on the board. Beasts are startled when placed above matching cards, which makes them move (or even flee), and part of your team's challenge is luring and managing these creatures so that they don't block your most valuable options.
Each player has limited information they can communicate, so the game hinges on clever planning, interpreting your teammates' cues, and maximizing every turn. With just a few shared discard tokens and an ever-growing number, your group will need to work in perfect sync to survive all the beasts and play every card in the deck.
Complete the deck, tame the chaos, and claim victory with the highest number possible — if you can outwit the beasts.
Additional information
| Mechanics: | Hand Management Communication Limits Co-operative Play |
| Categories: | Card Games Numeri |
| Alternative names: | |
| BARCODE: | 850059057346 |
| This was seen 1324 times | |
What players say · data and reviews published by users of BoardGameGeek
A selection of reviews rated 8 or higher.
Feels like a slightly more involved version of "The Game" - and my circle loves the Game! The art looks great but the colors blend together a bit - would prefer less fanciful art and greater clarity in graphic design. But still, good game!
Picked up from pandasaurous black Friday sale in 2025 for $15.30. simple game with limited communication and exciting gameplay. Hard with 2 players but easier to coordinate.
Played this recently with a Mandarin speaking friend. This game is very ESL-friendly. The only tricky part is explaining when a broken suit matters and when it doesn't.
Very accessible, but certainly strategic. Most of my playing has been pretty short-term tactical, but I imagine once I get to higher difficulties it'll be a lot less "what's the best play now" and more "what's the best play in the big picture".
CAUTION! Not suitable for children under 3 years of age. It contains small parts which could be swallowed or inhaled.