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expiredUsachris posted Nov 6, 2023 5:31 AM

Select Board Games: 25% Off + Buy 2, Get 1 Free Stacking Offers: Root

$23

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Target has Select Board Games on sale when you stack the B2G1 and 25% Off Target Circle offers and follow the instructions below. Shipping is free w/ RedCard or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Community Member Usachris for finding this deal.

Deal instructions:
  1. Log in to or sign up for a Target Circle account (free to join)
  2. 'Save' the 25% Off one Toy offer
  3. Select board games that qualify for both the Buy 2, Get 1 Free and 25% Off offers. Examples:
  4. Add a quantity of 3 to cart (can mix & match)
  5. Proceed to checkout
  6. Optional: Cancel two of the board games after checking out. The partial discount will still apply to the last remaining board game.

Editor's Notes

Written by RazorConcepts
  • About this Store:
    • Sign-up for Target RedCard to save an additional 5%, receive free shipping, and attain an extended return period.
  • Refer to the forum thread for additional deal discussion.

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Written by Usachris
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Target has Select Board Games on sale when you stack the B2G1 and 25% Off Target Circle offers and follow the instructions below. Shipping is free w/ RedCard or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to Community Member Usachris for finding this deal.

Deal instructions:
  1. Log in to or sign up for a Target Circle account (free to join)
  2. 'Save' the 25% Off one Toy offer
  3. Select board games that qualify for both the Buy 2, Get 1 Free and 25% Off offers. Examples:
  4. Add a quantity of 3 to cart (can mix & match)
  5. Proceed to checkout
  6. Optional: Cancel two of the board games after checking out. The partial discount will still apply to the last remaining board game.

Editor's Notes

Written by RazorConcepts
  • About this Store:
    • Sign-up for Target RedCard to save an additional 5%, receive free shipping, and attain an extended return period.
  • Refer to the forum thread for additional deal discussion.

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Written by Usachris

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Nov 6, 2023 1:21 PM
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IronSerifNov 6, 2023 1:21 PM
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Quote from dweezy :
I've been eyeing Root but that bgg complexity was a lot higher than I had anticipated, sitting at 3.78. Compare that to other games like wingspan (2.46), scythe (3.44), Gloomhaven JOTL (3.63), everdell (2.81), catan (2.44).

I'm worried teaching the game will be difficult and there would be a huge learning curve. Anyone with experience on how this game fares with their groups? Suitable to play with kids 10+? My nephews could just barely hold their patience for JOTL and got through a few stories before needing a break.
So my wife and I are pretty big board gamers and her favorite games are Ark Nova and The Great Western Trail.

She hated root. We also tried it with our gaming group and it just didn't click. So we sold it (and I was an original KS backer too).

For anyone looking at other games, Everdell is a great hit with my wife and our gaming roup. My 5 year old also loves ticket to ride. He learned on Ticket to Ride Europe, then we did Ticket to Ride New York, and then recently Ticket to Ride Ghost train. Ghost train is his favorite because of the theme.

He also loves Carcassonne too. We play base game and also Inns & Cathedrals with the 5 year old.
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Nov 6, 2023 1:24 PM
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conchorizoNov 6, 2023 1:24 PM
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Nov 6, 2023 1:37 PM
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phoceanNov 6, 2023 1:37 PM
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Quote from anyoneuser :
Thanks. The process worked as described. We'll see if it ships okay.

Math:
25% off = 3/4
B2G1F = 2/3
(2/3)*(3/4) = 2/4 = 1/2
25% is for one game only?
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Nov 6, 2023 2:04 PM
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dweezy
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Nov 6, 2023 2:04 PM
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Quote from IronSerif :
So my wife and I are pretty big board gamers and her favorite games are Ark Nova and The Great Western Trail.

She hated root. We also tried it with our gaming group and it just didn't click. So we sold it (and I was an original KS backer too).

For anyone looking at other games, Everdell is a great hit with my wife and our gaming roup. My 5 year old also loves ticket to ride. He learned on Ticket to Ride Europe, then we did Ticket to Ride New York, and then recently Ticket to Ride Ghost train. Ghost train is his favorite because of the theme.

He also loves Carcassonne too. We play base game and also Inns & Cathedrals with the 5 year old.
Thanks for the reply and all others who also chimed in! I would've loved to play Root but I just don't have a group dedicated enough and I have to really hand select my games with the groups I can manage to get. So I'll probably pass, but it is a great price!

Glad to hear good things about Everdell. That's great bc I had backed their recent complete collection campaign but it's sitting sealed for now. Excited to bring it to the table'

But I still want to grab something from this deal. Now I've been looking at Cascadia… hearing good things about that one! Artwork looks gorgeous. Parks was a hit in our group that included kids. I'm hoping someone here has thoughts on Cascadia
Nov 6, 2023 2:10 PM
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FolgersinyourcupNov 6, 2023 2:10 PM
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Quote from olafaloofian :
Nice! Picked up Everdell for $38. Hopefully it's fun haha, I haven't really looked into it but the artwork looks gorgeous!
It is quite fun, just make sure to set aside 2-3 hours of time for it, but we'll worth it!
Nov 6, 2023 2:26 PM
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maikuusaNov 6, 2023 2:26 PM
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Quote from conchorizo :
Root is an amazing game. One of my board game groups top three played games. That being said, it is rather complex and hard to teach. The basic rules themselves aren't that bad. It's the fact that it is incredibly asymmetric and each faction is like learning it's own game. So not only do you have to know your faction, but you have to learn how each other faction plays. Especially if you have to teach it. I think 10+ could get into this a little better than JotL only because Jaws is very calculated and lots of little rules to remember. Root, if you can have the kids hammer down one of the less complex factions I think it'll be more engaging. But every person is different so hard to say
Root is GREAT. But, I would recommend the computer version of the game for those worried about the complexity.

It handles the rules etc. you can get a game going in two min.

Also teaches the rules so you can learn the paper version too, when you find out how much you like it.
Nov 6, 2023 2:29 PM
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adroc1234Nov 6, 2023 2:29 PM
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Quote from ShadowMillions :
Thanks! Got Ticket to Ride Europe for $25 after tax. Stacked $5 off one toy, 25% one toy, and canceling two from the Buy two, get one free promo.
What does cancelling two from the Buy two, get one free do?

Never mind It keeps the buy 2 get 1 discount after Smilie. I got Catan: Starfarers 2nd Edition Game for $41!
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Nov 6, 2023 2:30 PM
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dredgmanNov 6, 2023 2:30 PM
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Quote from dweezy :
I've been eyeing Root but that bgg complexity was a lot higher than I had anticipated, sitting at 3.78. Compare that to other games like wingspan (2.46), scythe (3.44), Gloomhaven JOTL (3.63), everdell (2.81), catan (2.44).

I'm worried teaching the game will be difficult and there would be a huge learning curve. Anyone with experience on how this game fares with their groups? Suitable to play with kids 10+? My nephews could just barely hold their patience for JOTL and got through a few stories before needing a break.
Root is hard. There are four different groups, and they all play differently and you kind of need to know how they all work to understand the gameplay in general. It looks cute, but it's complicated.
Nov 6, 2023 2:43 PM
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sbuntNov 6, 2023 2:43 PM
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Quote from olafaloofian :
Nice! Picked up Everdell for $38. Hopefully it's fun haha, I haven't really looked into it but the artwork looks gorgeous!
Which other two games have you used to combine this offer? I really want to get everdell
Nov 6, 2023 3:06 PM
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slagathorisnearNov 6, 2023 3:06 PM
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Quote from conchorizo :
Root is an amazing game. One of my board game groups top three played games. That being said, it is rather complex and hard to teach. The basic rules themselves aren't that bad. It's the fact that it is incredibly asymmetric and each faction is like learning it's own game. So not only do you have to know your faction, but you have to learn how each other faction plays. Especially if you have to teach it. I think 10+ could get into this a little better than JotL only because Jaws is very calculated and lots of little rules to remember. Root, if you can have the kids hammer down one of the less complex factions I think it'll be more engaging. But every person is different so hard to say
This! The asymmetry is a real road block to teaching and learning for new players.
Nov 6, 2023 3:09 PM
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kkeeneNov 6, 2023 3:09 PM
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Cool, got Pandemic Legacy for $37. Nice!
Nov 6, 2023 3:13 PM
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sg003Nov 6, 2023 3:13 PM
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Quote from dweezy :
Thanks for the reply and all others who also chimed in! I would've loved to play Root but I just don't have a group dedicated enough and I have to really hand select my games with the groups I can manage to get. So I'll probably pass, but it is a great price!

Glad to hear good things about Everdell. That's great bc I had backed their recent complete collection campaign but it's sitting sealed for now. Excited to bring it to the table'

But I still want to grab something from this deal. Now I've been looking at Cascadia… hearing good things about that one! Artwork looks gorgeous. Parks was a hit in our group that included kids. I'm hoping someone here has thoughts on Cascadia
Cascadia is great, easy to pick up and figure out the strategy. Concept and play feels familiar but I can't put my finger on comparisons, definitely kid friendly though.
Nov 6, 2023 3:13 PM
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kkeeneNov 6, 2023 3:13 PM
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Quote from sbunt :
Which other two games have you used to combine this offer? I really want to get everdell
Hey there - I just used this deal to get Pandemic Legacy. I put 3 copies of Pandemic Legacy in my cart, then (be sure to follow instructions from OP) for steps 3 and 4, cancel 2 copies. You should just do the same, 3 copies of Everdell. easy peasy.

NOTE: The Target web GUI is vague at the cancel step, I couldn't tell if I was choosing the number to KEEP in my order, or if I was choosing the number to CANCEL. The answer was to choose "2" to cancel 2 of them. Hopefully that helps someone else out.
Nov 6, 2023 3:15 PM
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sbuntNov 6, 2023 3:15 PM
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Quote from kkeene :
Hey there - I just used this deal to get Pandemic Legacy. I put 3 copies of Pandemic Legacy in my cart, then (be sure to follow instructions from OP) for steps 3 and 4, cancel 2 copies. You should just do the same, 3 copies of Everdell. easy peasy.

NOTE: The Target web GUI is vague at the cancel step, I couldn't tell if I was choosing the number to KEEP in my order, or if I was choosing the number to CANCEL. The answer was to choose "2" to cancel 2 of them. Hopefully that helps someone else out.
Thank You, So are we cancelling the other items after we place the order? I am using the mobile app

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Nov 6, 2023 3:21 PM
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CheapGadgetNov 6, 2023 3:21 PM
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There are over 2700 options! Are we in a golden age of gaming, or are there 2000 versions of Monopoly Jr and Uno? Some of both, I guess. Actually, my family really likes Monopoly Deal, which is part of both offers, and only $5 anyways. I want to take advantage of this offer, but decision paralysis will likely prevent it this time, haha!

I've played but don't have Wingspan, that might be a start.

I recommend Quacks of Quedlingburg if you don't have it, has been a hit for our family.

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