Mantis: Grab & Game Edition

Took this to my parents' place for the weekend and we ended up playing for two hours straight. The vibrant illustrations make it easy to teach, and the grab mechanic keeps everyone laughing even when they lose. Perfect size for tossing in a bag too.

I grabbed this for a camping trip and the portability was perfect — we played three rounds in the tent without the box taking up any room. The vibrant card art actually got my kids’ attention, and the mix of strategy and luck kept everyone engaged, even my six-year-old.

The card quality holds up well after several shuffling sessions, even with my kids being a bit rough with them. It’s a nice mix of quick decisions and luck, though I wish the box was a little sturdier for tossing in a backpack. We’ve already played it three nights in a row, so it’s definitely earnin