Fit To Print

Fit To PrintCategories: Abstract Strategy, Animals, Puzzle, Real time Mechanics: Closed Drafting, End Game Bonuses, Grid Coverage, Pattern Building, Real Time, Set Collection, Solo Solitaire Game, Square Grid, Tile Placement, Variable Set up Players: 16 Ages: 10+ Playtime: 1530 Min Fit to Print is a clever and puzzling tile laying game centered on breaking news, designed by Peter McPherson and brought to life in a charming woodland world by Ian O'Toole. Set in

Categories: Abstract Strategy, Animals, Puzzle, Real-time

Mechanics: Closed Drafting, End Game Bonuses, Grid Coverage, Pattern Building, Real-Time, Set Collection, Solo/Solitaire Game, Square Grid, Tile Placement, Variable Set-up

Players: 1–6

Ages: 10+

Playtime: 15–30 Min

Fit to Print is a clever and puzzling tile-laying game centered on breaking news, designed by Peter McPherson and brought to life in a charming woodland world by Ian O'Toole. Set in the bustling town of Thistleville, where everything from community fair victories to mysterious happenings in Mrs. Brambleberry's carrot patch makes headlines, players take on the role of newspaper editors with the daunting task of assembling the perfect front page under tight deadlines.

As an editor, your goal is to grab the big stories before your competitors, select the right photos, and make sure there's enough ad space to keep the business afloat. The challenge lies in selecting the right combination of stories, photos, and ads to create a well-balanced front page. You must gather just enough tiles to fill your newspaper without overcommitting and risking the need to cut content.

Fit to Print unfolds over three hectic days, testing your skills as you race to become the most newsworthy editor. Players simultaneously collect newspaper tiles, stacking them on their desks until they believe they have what they need. When ready, they yell "Layout!" and begin arranging their front page by carefully placing centerpieces, articles, photographs, and advertisements. The first to finish shouts "Print!" and gains the advantage of choosing a centerpiece for the next round.

This family-friendly game features over 100 unique newspaper tiles, six characters with special abilities, and three decks of Breaking News cards, ensuring that every game presents a fresh puzzle to solve. For those who prefer a different pace, Fit to Print offers alternative modes, including:

• Slo-Mode: Players take turns drafting tiles from a shared market and arranging them on their front pages at a more relaxed pace.
• Puzzle Mode: Players are given a specific set of tiles to piece together the highest-scoring arrangements.

Whether you're enjoying a solo puzzle or engaging in fast-paced action with up to six players, Fit to Print promises a delightful experience as you help the critters of Thistleville share their stories with the world!