Odin's Ravens
- Players
- 2
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 30 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 10+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.7 / 5
- Year
- 2002
About the game
Odin's Ravens is a two-player card game where players race magical ravens, Hugin and Munin, across a track of Norse-mythology landscape cards. Each player manages a hand of cards to advance their raven while playing special Odin cards to twist the track or hinder their rival. Rounds end when a raven reaches the finish, scoring points based on the distance between the two birds, and the first to twelve points wins. It's a tight, tactical two-player race full of clever comebacks.
Hobbli's Notes
Odin's Ravens is a lovely little two-player card racer: the ability to rearrange the track keeps both players in contention right up to the finish line, so it rarely feels like a foregone conclusion. Its Norse mythology art and theme add real charm to a fairly abstract racing puzzle.
What we like
- Clever track manipulation keeps races close until the end.
- Quick 30-minute playtime for two.
- Charming Norse mythology theme and artwork.
- Comeback mechanics keep tension high.
Keep in mind
- Two-player only limits group use.
- Abstract racing puzzle may feel repetitive over many plays.
Who it's for
Ideal for two players age 8+ who want a quick, clever card-based race game for date nights or casual duels.
