Based on a concept by Swiss mathematician Blaise Müller, Quarto is one of the world's most awarded games. It's good-looking, challenging, and fun to play. The 16 pieces are tall or short, light or dark, square or cylindrical, solid or hollowed out on the ends. The object: to get four pieces in a row that share at least one attribute. The clincher: your opponent picks the pieces you'll play, and viceversa. 11" square wood game board, 16 pieces, cloth bag, and instructions. For 2 players ages 8 and up.