Equate
Published 1996
"Scrabble with math" is how this game is generally described, and the description is apt. The board is much like a Scrabble board, including spaces equivalent to "double-word score" and "triple-letter score". The difference is that, instead of placing words formed of letters, players of Equate place equations formed of numbers and symbols on the board. The beginners game (consisting mostly of addition and subtraction of integers) is pretty simple, but the standard game, bringing in multiplication, division, and fractions, can be something of a brain-burner.
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- Players
- 2-4 Players
- Time
- 2 hours
- Weight
- Light-Medium — 1.92/5
- Year
- 1996
- BGG Rating
- 5.53
- BGG Rank
- #26197
- Min Age
- 8+
Frequently Asked Questions
Equate supports 2 to 4 players.
A typical game of Equate takes about 120 minutes.
Equate has a complexity rating of 1.92/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Light' category. It is very accessible and great for new gamers.
The recommended minimum age for Equate is 8+. Younger children may enjoy it with guidance from experienced players.
Equate has a rating of 5.53/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 132 ratings. It is ranked #26197 overall.
Equate was designed by Mary Kay Beavers. It was published in 1996.