Games from the Patents
The archives of the Patent Registries are full of lost dreams, many of which are games. These are inventions that never saw manufacture, for many reasons. We have chosen more than a few to bring to life with all the care that design and modern technology can bring to the task.
If you have a hankering to play a new game, but want it to be cards in the hand, pick one of these
San Farian
Introducing San Farian, the captivating card game inspired by 1907's Put & Take! Players take turns drawing cards, strategically adding or removing tokens from the pool. 'San Farian' cards hold surprises: 'Put One', 'Take Two', 'All Put' or 'Take All'! Featuring vintage-style teetotum illustrations, San Farian combines social fun with tactical thinking. Suitable for 4+ players, all ages.