Jotto

Jotto

  • Players: 2 players
  • Play time: 20 min
  • BGG rating: 6.4

About Jotto

The object of the game is to find your opponent's secret word. Each player chooses a five letter word and writes it down so the other cannot see it. The word should be in the dictionary and can include letters that repeat. One player now announces a test word and the second player reveals how many letters in that word are the same as the letters in his secret word. Such a letter is called a jot and the first player marks down how many jots that word contained. Players take turns guessing and use the information (number of jots) they have gathered to guess the opponents secret word.

Released
1956
Age
12+
Best with
2 players (BGG community)

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Jotto FAQ

How many players can play Jotto?

Jotto plays with 2 players.

What is the best player count for Jotto?

BoardGameGeek community voters say Jotto is best with 2 players (2 votes).

How long does Jotto take to play?

A game of Jotto takes 20 min.

What age is Jotto for?

The recommended minimum age for Jotto is 12+.

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