Falling
4–8 players • 5 min • ages 8+
- Players
- 4–8 players
- Playing time
- 5 min
- Age
- 8+
How it plays
Falling plays 4–8 players, takes about 5 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 8 and up.
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Where it came from
Falling is an abstract board game released in 1998 by Cheapass Games. Created by James Ernest, the game was developed during a period when the company was known for its 'games in an envelope' philosophy, focusing on minimalist components and accessible, unconventional mechanics to keep production costs low and encourage spontaneous play.
The game is a real-time, fast-paced card game where players represent individuals falling toward the ground, vying to be the last one to hit. Its design relies on a chaotic, synchronized interaction between players rather than strategic depth. Upon its release, it was noted for its unique 'no-turns' mechanic, which challenged players to pay close attention to the dealer's rapid pacing, eventually becoming a cult classic in independent gaming circles for its high-energy, short-duration play sessions.
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About Falling
Falling is a game in the Board Games catalog on collecto.rs. 4–8 players • 5 min • ages 8+. Catalog data is sourced from Wikidata. No public games collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How do you play Falling?
Falling is a board game for 4–8 players, running about 5 minutes. collecto.rs catalogues the game, not its rules — for the full rulebook, use the copy in the box or the publisher's own site.
How many players is Falling for?
Falling is built for 4–8 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does Falling take to play?
A game of Falling is listed at about 5 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
What age is Falling for?
Falling lists a minimum age of 8. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.
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