Go Fish
Four cards of the same rank are known as a "book", and the aim of the game is to collect these. | |
| Alternative name | Fish |
|---|---|
| Type | Matching |
| Players | 2–5+ |
| Skills | Matching and pairing, memory |
| Age range | All ages |
| Cards | 52 (54 counting Jokers) |
| Deck | French |
| Play | Variable sequence |
| Playing time | 5-15 minutes |
| Chance | Low-Medium skill |
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Go Fish or Fish is a card game for approximately two to five players, often played by children. It might be similar to a game called Andare e piscere which was current in Italy at the end of the 15th Century, of which no contemporary description survives.