At a glance
Players: 2–8 · Ages: 8+ · Party word game · Publisher: The Op
The Original Tapple (USA-TL097-000)
The Original Tapple is a party word game from The Op for 2–8 players, ages 8+.
How it plays
Draw a topic card and start the timer. You have ten seconds to say a word that fits the topic, press down the letter it starts with on the Tapple wheel, and restart the timer for the next player.
The next player needs a word that starts with a different letter, so the choices get harder as the wheel fills up. Run out of time and you're out of the round; the last player left collects the topic card, and whoever collects the most topic cards wins.
What's in the box
- Portable Tapple Wheel
- 144 fun categories on 36 cards
Saga Table Talk
Great for: Families and friend groups of 2 to 8 who like quick thinking more than trivia.
What a game night feels like: Ten seconds of panic on every turn, with the whole table shouting suggestions they're not allowed to give.
If you like this, try: Blank Slate, 25 Words or Less
Teaching tip: For younger players, use easier topic cards and let them skip a letter once per round.
FAQ
How many players can play The Original Tapple?
The Original Tapple is for 2–8 players.
What age is The Original Tapple for?
The Op recommends it for ages 8+.
Is The Original Tapple good for two players?
Yes. It plays with two, and The Op lists it for 2–8 players.
Does Tapple need batteries?
Yes. The Op lists 2 AA batteries for the Tapple wheel.
Tapple or Blank Slate?
Tapple is a fast, timer-driven word race for 2–8 players. Blank Slate is a slower, laugh-out-loud matching game for 3–8.
