RINCALA - a great, colorful family game

RINCALA – the name alone reveals much about this ingenious game by Dieter Stein, published by Gerhards Spiel und Design. Inspired by the classic Mancala games and combined with a novel stacking mechanism, it creates a stacking game that blends strategic thinking with playful ease – ideal for the whole family.

Instead of the pits found in traditional Mancala variations, RINCALA uses colored playing pieces arranged in stacks. In each turn, a stack is picked up and distributed around the circle – one piece at a time, placing each piece on an adjacent space. This sounds simple, but it incorporates a clever tactic: if two playing pieces of the same color land on top of each other, the active player takes the top piece – and thus scores points.

The goal is to collect as many game pieces as possible. Those who find the right mix of planning, observation, and a bit of intuition have a good chance of winning. Additional rules add variety and depth: not every stack can be moved immediately, and the final scoring also requires some foresight.

With its simple rules, short playing time, and high replay value, RINCALA is a perfect family game. It's suitable for both casual gamers and strategists who enjoy immersing themselves in abstract games. Whether young or old – fun with a challenge is guaranteed.

As usual, Gerhard's Spiel und Design impresses with its high-quality workmanship: natural wood, clear colors and a refined feel make RINCALA a real highlight on the game shelf.

RINCALA – a strategic stacking and counting game that delights young and old alike.