Smash Up: Pretty Pretty Smash Up

Smash Up: Pretty Pretty Smash Up

AnimalsCard GameFantasyHumor
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.
45 min
AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
14+
ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
2.1 / 5
Year
2015

About the game

Smash Up: Pretty Pretty Smash Up brings adorably fierce factions to the base-smashing card game Smash Up. Kitty Cats charm enemy minions, Princesses leverage royalty and love, Fairies play fickle tricks, and Mythic Horses work as a herd to seize control of bases. Combine any two factions into a deck and battle to score the most points by dominating shared bases. It plays as a standalone two-player game or integrates with other Smash Up sets for larger groups.

Hobbli's Notes

Hobbli loves how this set injects humor and cuteness into the Smash Up formula without losing the sharp shuffle-and-play combo strategy that makes the series so replayable.

What we like

  • Quick shuffle-and-play factions with instant variety.
  • Charming, humorous theme accessible to all ages.
  • Integrates seamlessly with the wider Smash Up line.
  • Easy to teach even to non-gamers.

Keep in mind

  • Full four-player games benefit from owning other Smash Up sets.
  • Outcomes can hinge on lucky combo draws.
  • Strategic depth is lighter than dedicated strategy card games.

Who it's for

Great for families and casual gamers aged 8+ who enjoy quick, silly card combos, and existing Smash Up fans wanting new factions.

Mechanics

Area Majority / InfluenceHand ManagementVariable Player Powers

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