Thataway! Game Rules

Hey there! So you’re interested in playing Thataway! It’s a super fun game that will test your sense of direction and decision-making skills. Let me give you a rundown of how to play.

First things first, let’s talk about the objective of the game. The goal is to navigate through a maze and reach the finish line. Sounds simple, right? Well, here’s the twist – you won’t be able to see the maze! You’ll have to rely on verbal cues and your intuition to find your way.

So, how does it work? The game will provide you with a series of verbal instructions, like “go left at the next intersection” or “turn right at the blue sign.” It’s up to you to listen carefully, visualize the directions in your head, and make the right choices. Each correct turn will move you closer to the finish line, while a wrong turn will take you off course.

Now, I know what you’re thinking – how do I know if I’m making the right choices? Good question! The game will provide you with feedback after each turn. It will let you know if you’re heading in the right direction or if you need to course-correct. Pay close attention to this feedback, as it will guide you through the maze.

It’s important to note that the maze will be different each time you play the game. This means you’ll need to rely on your listening skills and adaptability to succeed. Don’t worry if you make a wrong turn or get lost – it’s all part of the learning experience. Just keep trying, and you’ll get the hang of it.

Think you’re up for the challenge? Thataway! is a game that will put your sense of direction to the test. Are you ready to navigate through the unknown and reach the finish line? Give it a try and see how well you can find your way.

Remember, the key to success in Thataway! is to listen carefully, visualize the directions, and make the right choices. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get started and see how far you can go!

• There are 11 cards that move left
• There are 11 cards that move right
• There are 11 cards that move up
• There are 11 cards that move down
• There are 8 cards that move left or right
• There are 8 cards that move up or down
• There are 5 gorillas cards
• There are instructions

What I Need to Do

Score as many points as possible by playing direction cards and capturing Priscilla the gorilla.

Getting Ready

Intrigued by the concept of card games? Looking for a way to entertain yourself and your friends? Well, look no further! I’ve got a fun and exciting game for you to try out. It’s called “Card Shuffle”. Let me walk you through the simple steps:

• First, shuffle the cards thoroughly. Mix them up and make sure the order is totally random. Once that’s done, divide the deck into as many smaller piles as there are players. Don’t worry about making the piles equal – the card distribution can be a bit lopsided!
• Now, take these piles and place them face-down in the middle of the playing area. Arrange them so that they are easily accessible to everyone.
• With the piles in place, it’s time to sit in a circle around them. Each player should have enough space to play their cards comfortably. You can choose to play on a table or even on the floor – it’s up to you!

And there you have it! You’re all set to start playing “Card Shuffle” with your friends. Have a blast and may the best card shuffler win!

How to Play the Game

Okay, here’s how we play. We start by saying, “Get the Gorilla – Go!” and then we all start drawing cards. No waiting for turns – we all play at the same time!

When you draw a direction card, you have to play it right away. Start building your own path by placing the cards in front of you. Look at the arrows on the cards and follow them to connect them together. Take a look at the example on the right for an idea of how it works. But wait, there are a few rules to remember:

• Your path has to follow the arrows on the cards.
• Don’t let your path cross over itself or run into someone else’s path.
• Don’t play cards on top of other cards – keep them in one continuous line.
• Once you play a card, you can’t change it or go back to the beginning of your path.
• On the Up/Down and Left/Right cards, you get to choose which direction you want to go, but once you pick, you can’t change your mind.

If you can’t play a card, just hold onto it and draw another from the draw pile. You can keep drawing cards as long as you want, but watch out! Any extra cards you have in your hand at the end of a round become bonus points for your opponent!

If you draw a gorilla card, you have a choice. You can play it right away to end the round, or you can take a risk and hold onto it. If you want, you can play more direction cards before playing the gorilla card. The more direction cards you play, the more points you score!

Here’s a sample player path

Let’s play Thataway!

A round ends as soon as you play a gorilla card next to the last direction card on your path and shout, “Thataway!”

Hey there! Time to put your card-playing skills to the test. But before we start, let’s go over some important rules.

First things first, we need to make sure your path of played cards is free of any mistakes. Take a good look – if you find an error, sorry to say, you’ll have to give up all the cards you’ve played so far. Don’t worry, just place them in a discard pile, they’re out of the game now.

Next up, it’s time to pass those unplayed cards in your hand to the player on your left. Yup, even those tricky gorilla cards! Everyone does the same. Now gather all the cards you’ve played and the ones you just received and make scoring piles. Keep those piles face up on the side – we’ll need them later. Oh, and if you happen to have caught any gorillas along the way, make sure to put them on top of your score pile.

Pro tip: Keep track of how many gorillas you catch – whether they’re on your path or you pass them to another player. It might come in handy later.

Ready for another round? Start a new one following all the rules we just went over. And remember, take your time to make sure your path is flawless before you move on.

That’s a Wrap!

Let’s keep playing rounds until a fourth Gorilla gets caught on someone’s path or passed to another player. That’s when the game ends.

Now, let’s count the cards in our scoring pile. For every direction card, we get 1 point, and for every gorilla card, we get 5 points. The player with the most points wins!