Compete against other players to build poker hands on the board. Plan your strategy to reserve territory and block your opponent's moves - but be careful, one well-timed challenge can swing the balance of a game.
Tapo is a two-player abstract strategy game played on a 5x5 grid. Each turn you place a card from your hand, aiming to complete scoring rows across, down, and diagonally. Reserve a strong row to defend it - or challenge your opponent's card to capture their territory.
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Rules and Variants
Tapo 25
The recommended starting point. A single 5x5 board with a pool card mechanic that adds a layer of choice from the very first move. Shorter games, quicker to learn.
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A 6x6 board variant with a larger playing field and more room for strategy.
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The classic full-length variant. Two 5x5 boards, one per player, with separate horizontal and vertical ownership. Build, reserve, and challenge across both boards.
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