Ravensburger FITS - Family Game

by Ravensburger

Product Features

• It's a puzzling game
• Players try to arrange differently shaped tiles onto their boards in the best way possible to obtain the most points
• Ages 8 and up for 1-4 players
• Promotes friendly competition
• Ravensburger's popular trademark is found on every box, the blue triangle, which American consumers value as a sign of quality for over 125 years

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.8 x 10.8 x 2.2 inches ; 3.3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B001VG7USC
• Item model number: 26503
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 - 15 years
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #6,566 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

FITS, it's a puzzling game. Players try to arrange differently shaped tiles onto their boards in the best way possible to obtain the most points. For ages 8 and up for 1-4 players. Promotes friendly competition. Ravensburger's popular trademark is found on every box, the blue triangle, which American consumers value as a sign of quality for over 125 years.

Product Description

Can you skillfully fill in your playing board so that all the differently shaped tiles fit perfectly without leaving any spaces?! If a piece doesn't fit precisely, slot it in the best you can because the game's not over yet. The next tile may fit better than the last and make you the winner! FITS is a lot of fast-paced fun with just a few easy rules for non-stop entertainment!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of those all-around great games!, December 16, 2009

By	Thoughtful "Sue" (Delaware) - See all my reviews

Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Ravensburger FITS - Family Game (Toy)

Yes, you will think of Tetris when you first play this game, but actually, this game is much better. First, the design of the game is great. The playing pieces, although plastic, are heavy and feel good in the hands, and although the bases are thin plastic, the design is well-thought-out so that the board can change as the game progresses, and the pieces can slide down easily over the different game boards. I did not put five stars for durability because if the base was stepped on, it would squash (it would be better in wood), but the box is sturdy, so as long as you put it away carefully, I envision the game lasting a long time.
This game differs from Tetris in that (1) there are no time constraints (I am not a fan of games that reward the speediest participant). The next card is not drawn until everyone has placed their piece on their board. (2) You cannot slide the pieces sideways to fill in holes which makes it more challenging. (3) The pieces vary in the number of blocks that make them up (not all are composed of four squares). Since each player starts with a different piece, no one really has an advantage, but the round will play substantially differently for each player.
Some of the things I especially like about this game are:
1. It can be played equally well with 2 - 4 players.
2. It only takes 30 - 45 minutes.
3. It takes some strategizing and planning ahead but isn't too taxing so you can play to relax.
4. I love the four different boards used in the different rounds of play. Each board has a different set of markings so that the strategy of the game changes with each round. You have to figure out whether you would do better to leave certain squares exposed or covered depending on the positive or negative point value of the square...a bit like scrabble. And then, near the end of the round, you will know exactly which pieces you have left to play which again will cause you to adjust your strategy. So although you may only play the game for 30 minutes, the game keeps changing so that it feels like you've played many games in a short time.
We played this game at "ladies game night" with a group of four middle-aged science/math teachers, and we had a ball!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Family Game, December 2, 2009

By	Rob Reinhardt "Licensed Professional Counselor" (Fuquay-Varina, NC) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Ravensburger FITS - Family Game (Toy)

As an avid board gamer, who enjoys playing games with both friends and family, I'm always looking for games that please a wide variety of tastes. If you think this has an eerie resemblance to Tetris, you're not mistaken. And it shares Tetris' wide appeal. The basic gist is that, as the pieces are randomly drawn one at a time, you must slide them into place in a way that will give you the most points. Four different boards with different ways of scoring add to the excitement. An added benefit is that the game plays in less than 30 minutes and has great replay value and is even enjoyable solitaire!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Ultimate gateway game, August 27, 2010

By	Christopher Sharp (AR, United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Ravensburger FITS - Family Game (Toy)

I play a lot of boardgames, and they are not the typical Monopoly, Sorry, or other Wal-Mart board games. Many of the games I play are hobby European games (Puerto Rico, Agricola) or theme/war games (Battlestar Galactica, Combat Commander). These games can be pretty intimidating and complicated for people who are new to hobby boardgaming.

FITS is the best game I have found for enticing people to play games with my group. The best part is that they already know the rules - it's Tetris! Being able to play a game competitively without listening to long rules explanations helps people to get comfortable and open to trying new games.

FITS isn't the best game out there, and it doesn't provide many strategic opportunities, but as a filler and as a gateway game it works very well. I recommend it to gamers looking to introduce or entice others to play games with them, and also to all fans of Tetris.