Rats are fleeing a sinking ship and you need to be crafty to get them to safety. The game begins with the rats at the bottom deck enjoying the cruise like everyone else. but when disaster strikes, it's every rat for himself. Get the rats off the ship at the perfect time, not too soon or too late. Along the way grab cheese for extra points. But be careful. Other players may guess which rats are yours and try their best to have the water rise above them. Abandon Ship is a great combination of strategy, luck, deceit, and sometimes even cooperation. Fast, fun, and family friendly A fun German style board game by one of the best game designers of all time Features a moving game board with rising water and a sinking ship. 3-7 Players, Ages 10 and up.