How many colors are there in Skip-Bo?

Card Types

There are only two types of cards in the game. Numbered cards from 1-12, and Skip-Bo cards (which behave like Wild cards). The numbered cards are colored blue (from 1-4), green (from 5-8) and red (from 9-12). The colors have zero relevance in the game; only the number counts.

What are the colors in Skip-Bo?

Skip-bo is a card game for 2-6 players where runs of 1-12 are made, and Skip-bo cards are wild. The object is to be the first person to play all of the cards in your stock pile. The cards are color coded to show tiers of value; 1-4 are indigo, 5-8 are green, and 9-12 are pink.

Do the colors matter in Skip-Bo?

Remember that the colors do not matter in Skip-Bo, and only pay attention to the numbers. On your first turn: If you have a 1 or a Skip-Bo wild card in your hand or at the top of your stockpile, then you can start a build pile.

How many versions of Skip-Bo are there?

In the deck of 162 cards there are 18 SKIP-BO cards. These cards are wild and can be used for any card.

Is Skip-Bo a skill or luck?

Skip-Bo is the ultimate sequencing card game from the makers of UNO! Players use skill and strategy to create sequential stacks of cards, and the first player to use all the cards in their stockpile wins.

How to Play Skip Bo

Can you start with 12 in Skip-Bo?

Only a 1 or a SKIP-BO card can start a BUILDING pile. Each pile is then built up numerically in sequence, 1 through 12. Since SKIP-BO cards are wild, they can start a BUILDING pile, and can be played as any other number, too.

What does Skip-Bo stand for?

In 1967, Minnie Hazel "Skip" Bowman (1915–2001) of Brownfield, Texas, began producing a boxed edition of the game under the name SKIP-BO.

Why is it called Skip-Bo?

She explains, "The lady that invented this is from Brownfield. Her name was Minnie Hazel Bowman, but her nickname was Skip." Bowman earned a spot in history using her nickname "Skip" to give an old card game a new twist. Debbie agrees, "She went from being small town to a huge name."

How old is Skip-Bo?

Back in 1967, Brownfield resident Hazel Skip Bowman created the game while spending time with her sick husband, who was in the hospital.

Do you draw 5 cards every turn in Skip-Bo?

Each player's turn begins by drawing 5 cards from the draw pile. It is possible to create a pile in the middle with a 1 or with a Skip-Bo card. If you have a 1 on your stockpile, you can use this card to begin a common pile on the table. Each player's turn ends with a discard card placed for all to see on the table.

Is Skip-Bo similar to Uno?

While in UNO all cards should either be the same color or number as the previous card, in Skip-Bo, they shouldn't have the same number. All cards go up sequentially. What's much of a muchness to UNO? Just as in UNO, when playing Skip-Bo, you try to get rid of all the cards in your stockpile.

Is Skip-Bo a kids game?

An excellent fun and family friendly game for everyone of all ages to engage with and enjoy!

What are the blank cards for in Skip-Bo?

The blank cards are there so you can get creative and make your own encounters, etc. So unless you've done that, they're removed from the game.

Does the youngest go first in Skip-Bo?

Each player turns the top card of their stockpile face-up (leaving it on top of the stockpile). 4. The youngest player goes first. There are two ways to play Skip-Bo Junior: Level 1 and Level 2.

How long is a Skip-Bo game?

Skip-Bo is a game that should take 15-20 minutes but ends up taking closer to 45-60 minutes. If you use the scoring rules the game will take even longer.

Is Skip-Bo fun with two people?

Skip-Bo is a fun, easy-to-play card game that can be enjoyed by two to six players. Be the first player to exhaust your stock pile to win this game!

What does Bo mean in slang?

slang an exclamation of encouragement or an expression of enthusiasm.

Can a 4 year old play Skip-Bo?

Skip-Bo has an age rating of 7 and up. Because of the various piles of cards I just described, at first glance, Skip-Bo may seem a bit overwhelming. It is a bit of a learning curve for anyone younger than that, which is why I would not expect young kids to play it all on their own.

Is Phase 10 like Uno?

Phase 10 is a card game by the makers of UNO and is similar to the popular rummy card game, but instead of going for points, players must complete goals or "phases" to win the game. The first player to complete all 10 phases is the winner.

Can a 6 year old play Skip-Bo?

Skip Bo Junior Card Game In With 2 Levels Of Play, 112 Cards, Sequencing Entertainment For 2 To 4 Players Ages 5 Years & Older.

How do you win Skip-Bo every time?

Try to keep your cards in a particular order in the discard pile. Preferably, keep your cards in the discard pile in descending order. So if you have a 12 and 11 in your hand, I would suggest keeping 12 first and then 11 on top of it. Save your Skip-Bo cards.