Ali Baba

Published 2002

User review: The treasure cards are placed face down in their slots as nine stacks of four cards. The lid is placed on top of them. The lid has nine dials. Each dial has one of six symbols showing. To access the treasure cards beneath the lid the players alternate turns to twist the dials to show the combination of symbols which match the genie card that is in play. When the genie card has been matched, the player may take as many treasure cards as desired. If a player finds a snake card among the treasure cards taken then the player forfeits all treasure cards taken that turn. Whenever a player is done taking treasure cards a new genie card is put in play and the game continues. The game ends when the final genie card is out of play or the final snake has been found. The player with the highest total in treasure cards is the winner. The game is in German, French, and Spanish. This game is also published in an English version from Ravensburger as "Open Sesame".

Mechanics

Memory Press Your Luck Push Your Luck

Categories

Arabian Children's Game Memory Novel-based

Designers

Gunter Baars

Publishers

Ravensburger Spieleverlag GmbH
Ali Baba

Game Info

Players
2-4 Players
Time
30 min
Weight
Light — 1.0/5
Year
2002
BGG Rating
5.22
BGG Rank
#28875
Min Age
5+

Frequently Asked Questions

Ali Baba supports 2 to 4 players.
A typical game of Ali Baba takes about 30 minutes.
Ali Baba has a complexity rating of 1.00/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Light' category. It is very accessible and great for new gamers.
The recommended minimum age for Ali Baba is 5+. Younger children may enjoy it with guidance from experienced players.
Ali Baba has a rating of 5.22/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 186 ratings. It is ranked #28875 overall.
Ali Baba was designed by Gunter Baars. It was published in 2002.