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Camel Up

Steffen Bogen · eggertspiele / Pretzel Games · 2014

Bet on camel races where the camels stack on top of each other — a camel carried on another's back moves for free. The pyramid dice dispenser randomly determines moves, creating hilarious upsets. A perfect gateway betting game with a spectacular table presence.

Players

2–8

Time

30 min

Ages

8+

Difficulty

Light

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Why you'll like it

How it plays

Camel Up is a betting game about a crazy camel race. Camels move when dice are pulled from a pyramid, and when a camel lands on another, it climbs on top and gets carried along.

On your turn you bet on which camel will lead the leg, take a die to move a camel, or place a spectator tile. Bets pay out at the end of each leg and of the race. It's chaotic, loud and great for families and groups.

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Large familiesgateway gamingparty groups

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Common questions

How long does Camel Up take?

About 30 minutes once everyone knows the rules.

How many people can play Camel Up?

It plays 2 to 8 players.

What age is Camel Up for?

The publisher recommends ages 8 and up.

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