Best Card Games of 2006

Designed by Paolo Del Rio and Fabio Del Rio; published by CSE Games; 2 players; ages Z and up; $25 (approximate)

Here's how game designer Paolo Del Rio described the game's mechanics: "Using our specially designed deck, players start each down with five cards in hand. Opponents play a card or cards from their hand simultaneously and the player with the highest card or highest hand executes the play indicated on their card. The offense's goal is to gain as many yards and points as possible, while the defense tries to stop the offense and create turnovers. Once each down has been played, both players replenish to five cards. This ability to constantly refill the hands allows players to build on what they have. Players must decide which cards to play and which to hang on to. Certainly, you need a little bit of luck, but the game is all about how you play your cards."

More About Card Football:

• Interview with Game Designers Paolo Del Rio and Fabio Del Rio
• Card Football Index
• CSE Games: Official Site