Is this the same game as the schmidt skull king? if anyone can explain the difference it would be appreciated.

Hello Van,Schmidt licensed the game from us. In their version they sought to appeal more to the hobby game market with illustrations that are more fantasy oriented. They also made the hierarchy of the cards more complex. In our, original version, the Skull King will always win when played. In the Schmidt version they introduced mermaid cards which, in certain circumstances, can beat the Skull King. Our game seems to have enough complexity for most players, and is a bit more easily understood. We seek to have all ages play the game and prefer it with less confusing elements, but there are some who like the Schmidt version. The game has enough complexity that there are state, regional, and a national tournament held during the year at Game Cons around the US. In our , original version, the models that the illustrations are designed from our the members of our family. I am the Skull King, my wife is represented as the Tigress, and our five adult kids are illustrated as the five pirates. If you have further questions, please don't hesitate to inquire. Brent Beck, aka, Grandpa Beck, aka, Skull King

Is this similar to the game wizard?

Hello Megan,Thank you for taking the time to pose the question.Wizard is an great adaption in the general category of 'Trick Taking' games. If you like wizard you will love 'Skull King, the game of Scheming and Skulking.' The fun trick taking 'mechanic' is there, but Skull King has a lot of interesting elements that make it that every hand can be a winning hand, if you bid correctly. Skull King rewards big bids and zero bids, but in all cases you must get your bid to score. Interesting opportunities for bonus points bring engaging emotion to the game. Almost everyone loves the fully engrained pirate theme of the game including a jolly 'Yo Ho Ho' before bidding. Multiple levels of pirate powered cards and cards with extra options make it so that the outcome of every hand is an interesting adventure. Skull King is being hosted at state, regional, and a national championship tournament at game 'cons' around the country. I hope you will give it a try. Grandpa Beck, aka, Skull King.

Can you play with two players?

Hello, Thank you for writing. Yes, you can play with two players. the game dynamic and techniques do vary with the number of players. When you play with a small group you have to overbid your hand a bit and when playing with a large group you need to underbid your hand a bit. When playing with just two players this is especially the case. My wife and I play it this way often. The one thing to watch out for with two players is to be careful with a zero bid. If your opponent plays an escape card you will win one trick so zero bids are very risky business. Please feel free to contact me with any other questions or comments. Brent, Skull King, Grandpa, Beck

My skull king did not come with whale or score cards .. is there a way to get them

No ours came with the score sheets

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M**O

Best card game discovered!

Bought this game as a family Christmas present. It was the card game we had the most fun with of all other games we played that night. This game is really fun, easy to learn and quick to play. It adds constant excitement and twists in the game. Definitely super recommend this card game for anyone that loves playing games with family.

26.12.2025

D**N

Great game

Family loves this game. Very challenging but still fun. Different rules to incorporate so you can keep it exciting.

3.01.2026

M**R

Fun family game

One of our favorite games to play together as a family! Fairly easy to learn and very easy to set up. A lot of fun!

9.01.2026

D**K

Fun game

Good game. We all enjoy playing.

18.01.2026

K**R

Fast paced game that requires skill, timing and luck

Skull King is a fun trick taking game for people who enjoy euchre, but allows more players and more challenges.

6.01.2026

L**N

Great Game and a lot of Fun

Great size for traveling with and is a fun game for all those who enjoy card games. Any age can learn to play if they can understand basic card game mechanics. Fun and a ton of replay ability!

24.11.2025

R**R

Skull King

Fun game! It is tough to learn at first. However, once you learn it you will have so much fun! Age range: 6 years and up

3.07.2025

J**D

Fun for both Mom and 8yo

Got this for my game loving 8yo and it is a huge hit! There were a lot of rules to read at first but then we picked it up really easily. It's a bidding and trick taking game with interesting cards with a pirate theme. My 8yo was insanely good at this from the first time we played.

1.01.2026

V**R

Muy bueno, si juegas las 10 rondas se puede hacer largo, pero puedes acortarlo al gusto. Es como jugar a la pocha pero con un factor sorpresa que dan los piratas que puede echar al traste todas tus cuentas, tremendamente divertido.

7.01.2025

L**A

Great game and fun that keeps you playing again and again.

29.03.2024

C**E

Easy transaction. Very fast delivery. Wife loved the game. Thankyou

6.10.2025

E**D

Played this with my daughter and her hubby on New Years Day. What a great game. Easy to pick up so fun to strategize. We are going to play it every holiday we get together. Very high quality with QR code instructions along with the instruction book.

11.01.2026

A**R

Product came shrink wrapped but the bottom corners of the box were dented and scrapped. Components inside were perfect though.

13.09.2022

ASIN	B00CK1EJG8
Best Sellers Rank	#2,645 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #109 in Dedicated Deck Card Games
Customer Reviews	4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars (7,189)
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Weight	11.2 ounces
Item model number	0213
Manufacturer	Grandpa Beck's Games
Manufacturer recommended age	8 years and up
Product Dimensions	5.81 x 4.13 x 1.33 inches
Release date	August 20, 2018

Skull King - The Ultimate Pirate Trick Taking Card Game | Strategy Game for Friends, Family, Game Night | from The Creators of Cover Your Assets | 2-8 Players Ages 8+ (Base Game)

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