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Switchbacks - Tile Placement Hiking Board Game for Family, Adults, and Children (2-4 Players, Ages 11+) - Allplay

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Switchbacks - Tile Placement Hiking Board Game for Family, Adults, and Children (2-4 Players, Ages 11+) - Allplay

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Lace up your boots and prepare to explore a beautifully designed mountain landscape where clever planning is your trail to victory. In Switchbacks, each step counts, and every move shapes the rugged terrain you're about to conquer. Whether you're new to strategy games or an old trail expert, the game welcomes all to chart their own path.

Navigate peaks and valleys by placing tiles to create winding hiking routes. Along the way, you'll decide when to hike solo, when to team up for later advantages, and when to claim key spots before your opponents do. The balance of timing, foresight, and light risk makes every decision feel meaningful and fun.

With crisp turns and vibrant visuals, Switchbacks offers a satisfying blend of strategic depth and ease of play. It’s the perfect board game to bring families together, keep kids engaged, and offer adults a thoughtful challenge. Whether it’s a quick session or back-to-back rounds, you’ll find yourself wanting one more hike up the mountain.

1 Map Board

37 Elevation Tiles

51 Hikers (16 Blue, 16 Red, 11 Green, and 8 Yellow)

Protective Packaging

Manufacturer: Allplay

Year Manufactured: 2024

Item Weight: 0.73 pounds

Item UPC: 618149323609

Players embark on an epic mountain-trekking expedition, blazing a trail through uncharted terrain. Your goal? Mark the path along the way and hike the most paths.

Each turn, you place one of your three tiles on the map and then either 1) place one of your hikers on that tile or 2) buddy up two of your hikers to save for a double move later.

The rules are simple, but the decisions are tough! Hikers only score if they are on a path of 4 continuous numbers. Do you join an opponents’ trail to team up, or block their path with one of your own? Do you forgo a sure placement to buddy up your hikers for a perfect space next turn? Will that space even be available next turn? We have fallen in love with these elegant dilemmas and you will too!

  • Simple ruleset to allow for very quick setup and low barrier to entry.
  • Vibrant color and eye-catching illustration.
  • Strategic decisions and an element of push your luck.
  • Quick play time allows for multiple plays in concession or a perfect option for filler, starter, or end of night plays.
  • Opportunities for clever timing and placement with just a little edge that will keep you wanting to play again and again.

Allplay, founded in 2014 by Chad DeShon, initially gained recognition for creating custom-built, high-quality board game tables. However, the company expanded its focus in 2018 when it published its first board game, On Tour. This marked the beginning of Allplay’s journey as a game publisher, combining their expertise in creating premium gaming products with a passion for developing engaging and approachable board games. Since then, Allplay has released a variety of games, with a commitment to creating titles that are easy to learn yet strategic enough to be replayable, making them appealing to both casual players and serious gamers alike.

By 2023, Allplay had published 29 games, with several more in development. Their portfolio includes a range of games designed to bring people together, from quick and accessible card games to deeper strategic experiences. With their focus on creating games that can be enjoyed by a broad audience, Allplay continues to thrive in the board game industry while maintaining their roots in providing quality products for game nights, including accessories like board game bags, playmats, and shelves to enhance the gaming experience.



product-benefitsEngaging tile placement with evolving trail-building choices: Players shape the mountain map each turn, creating opportunities and dilemmas with every tile placed for scoring hikes.

product-benefitsHiker mechanics offer layered strategy and flexibility: Choose between solo placement or pairing hikers to unlock double moves later for creative future positioning.

product-benefitsClever score system based on sequential path patterns: Earn points only by placing hikers on continuous number paths, rewarding forward planning and smart tile selection.

product-benefitsSimple rules with meaningful decisions every turn: Easy to teach and quick to start, yet filled with tough calls that test timing, positioning, and route-building instincts.

product-benefitsColorful mountain artwork and intuitive iconography: Vivid illustrations enhance immersion and clarity, making it enjoyable for all ages and accessible to new players.

product-benefitsQuick game time perfect for repeat sessions: Designed for multiple plays in one sitting—ideal for family nights, casual hangouts, or end-of-day wind-downs.

product-benefitsBalance of strategy and unpredictability keeps it fresh: Dynamic map building and opponent moves ensure no two games feel alike, with lots of replay value.

product-benefitsGreat for families and kids 8+ with broad appeal: Combines accessible mechanics with tactical depth that keeps both children and adults coming back for more.

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Lace up your boots and prepare to explore a beautifully designed mountain landscape where clever planning is your trail to victory. In Switchbacks, each step counts, and every move shapes the rugged terrain you're about to conquer. Whether you're new to strategy games or an old trail expert, the game welcomes all to chart their own path.

Navigate peaks and valleys by placing tiles to create winding hiking routes. Along the way, you'll decide when to hike solo, when to team up for later advantages, and when to claim key spots before your opponents do. The balance of timing, foresight, and light risk makes every decision feel meaningful and fun.

With crisp turns and vibrant visuals, Switchbacks offers a satisfying blend of strategic depth and ease of play. It’s the perfect board game to bring families together, keep kids engaged, and offer adults a thoughtful challenge. Whether it’s a quick session or back-to-back rounds, you’ll find yourself wanting one more hike up the mountain.

Manufacturer Description

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Players embark on an epic mountain-trekking expedition, blazing a trail through uncharted terrain. Your goal? Mark the path along the way and hike the most paths.

Each turn, you place one of your three tiles on the map and then either 1) place one of your hikers on that tile or 2) buddy up two of your hikers to save for a double move later.

The rules are simple, but the decisions are tough! Hikers only score if they are on a path of 4 continuous numbers. Do you join an opponents’ trail to team up, or block their path with one of your own? Do you forgo a sure placement to buddy up your hikers for a perfect space next turn? Will that space even be available next turn? We have fallen in love with these elegant dilemmas and you will too!

  • Simple ruleset to allow for very quick setup and low barrier to entry.
  • Vibrant color and eye-catching illustration.
  • Strategic decisions and an element of push your luck.
  • Quick play time allows for multiple plays in concession or a perfect option for filler, starter, or end of night plays.
  • Opportunities for clever timing and placement with just a little edge that will keep you wanting to play again and again.

Product Specifics

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Manufacturer: Allplay

Year Manufacturered : 2024

Item Weight: 0.73 pounds

Item UPC: 618149323609

Box Contents

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1 Map Board

37 Elevation Tiles

51 Hikers (16 Blue, 16 Red, 11 Green, and 8 Yellow)

Protective Packaging

About Allplay

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Allplay, founded in 2014 by Chad DeShon, initially gained recognition for creating custom-built, high-quality board game tables. However, the company expanded its focus in 2018 when it published its first board game, On Tour. This marked the beginning of Allplay’s journey as a game publisher, combining their expertise in creating premium gaming products with a passion for developing engaging and approachable board games. Since then, Allplay has released a variety of games, with a commitment to creating titles that are easy to learn yet strategic enough to be replayable, making them appealing to both casual players and serious gamers alike.

By 2023, Allplay had published 29 games, with several more in development. Their portfolio includes a range of games designed to bring people together, from quick and accessible card games to deeper strategic experiences. With their focus on creating games that can be enjoyed by a broad audience, Allplay continues to thrive in the board game industry while maintaining their roots in providing quality products for game nights, including accessories like board game bags, playmats, and shelves to enhance the gaming experience.



product-benefits Engaging tile placement with evolving trail-building choices: Players shape the mountain map each turn, creating opportunities and dilemmas with every tile placed for scoring hikes.

product-benefits Hiker mechanics offer layered strategy and flexibility: Choose between solo placement or pairing hikers to unlock double moves later for creative future positioning.

product-benefits Clever score system based on sequential path patterns: Earn points only by placing hikers on continuous number paths, rewarding forward planning and smart tile selection.

product-benefits Simple rules with meaningful decisions every turn: Easy to teach and quick to start, yet filled with tough calls that test timing, positioning, and route-building instincts.

product-benefits Colorful mountain artwork and intuitive iconography: Vivid illustrations enhance immersion and clarity, making it enjoyable for all ages and accessible to new players.

product-benefits Quick game time perfect for repeat sessions: Designed for multiple plays in one sitting—ideal for family nights, casual hangouts, or end-of-day wind-downs.

product-benefits Balance of strategy and unpredictability keeps it fresh: Dynamic map building and opponent moves ensure no two games feel alike, with lots of replay value.

product-benefits Great for families and kids 8+ with broad appeal: Combines accessible mechanics with tactical depth that keeps both children and adults coming back for more.

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