78 Cards - 4 Dice
How To Play
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The object of the game is to get to the number 9, using card and dice combinations. After one player no longer has any cards in play, or the deck is used up, the player with the most cards in their calculation pile wins (see instructions below).
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Object of the game
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To start the game
Each player receives 8 cards, and those cards are dealt face-up, so all players can see the other players’ cards. The remaining cards are placed in a pile in the center of all players.
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One dice
Two dice
Calculations using cross sums
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A player picks another card from the pile, and throws the dice. Based on the throw, the player must identify a combination, using a minimum of two cards, that ends in 9. If the player identifies a combination, the player must show the calculation to the other players. The player can then add those cards to their calculation discard pile.​​
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To play the game
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To end the game
After one player no longer has any cards in play, or, the deck is used up, all players count their individual discard piles. The player with the most cards in their pile wins. In case of a tie, the player who has less face-up cards remaining, wins.
Applications
Kids
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Develops strategic thinking skills by calculating combinations for outcomes or stealing opportunities.
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Reinforces kids’ belief in their abilities to learn by boosting confidence and self-esteem.
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Promotes socialization as kids communicate, strategize, and compete with each other.
Adults & Families
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Simple game mechanics and game variations make it accessible and enjoyable for all ages.
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Great choice for family game nights, birthday parties and vacations.
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Screen-free entertainment.​
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Parents' Pick Award 2025
Seniors
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Helps maintain and improve brain function.
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Boosts Concentration.
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Encourages Social Interaction.
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Improves Hand-eye Coordination.
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Promotes Dexterity and reduces the risk of hand stiffness.
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Enhances Fine Motor Skills which can help keep hands and fingers nimble.
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Great game for grandparents to play with grandchildren.
Education
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Great for station or reward activities used in teachers’ curriculum.
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Makes learning enjoyable for kids by combining entertainment with math practice.
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Promotes mathematical thinking by creating opportunities for kids to create patterns and quickly use basic mathematical calculations.
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An affordable alternative to costly tutoring services.
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Excellent tool for homeschooling.
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Parents' Pick Award 2025
Who We are
And What We Do!
​We are an indie games company based in Palm Springs, California. We develop and publish card and board games and aim to produce the kind of games that kids, families, and adults would like to play.
Our Games:
Easy to Learn
Drive & Promote Creativity
Fun to Play
Social Engagement
Motivational
& Authentic Learning
origin
story
GameKraft started with a simple question that wouldn’t let go:
What if learning and play could spark real joy? After years in education, and financial coaching, I wasn’t searching for a new adventure — but a quirky theory about the number nine caught my imagination. So, I began experimenting at home, using cards, dice, and handwritten notes, chasing patterns and asking myself, “So what? Now what?”
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Soon, curiosity turned into our first game: GET 9—a fast, pattern-based numbers game where cards and dice help you build calculations that land on nine. When I shared the prototype, everything changed. Family and friends gathered around the kitchen table, kids jumped in with fearless enthusiasm, and adults surprised themselves by laughing and leaning in as they played. One evening, a child who “didn’t like math” grinned and said, “Can we play again?” That moment showed me: the mechanics weren’t just workable—they were genuinely fun.
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I had a choice: keep it small and quiet, or build something that could last. GameKraft was born so GET 9 could live beyond my dining-room table. Our name reflects what we believe is at the heart of learning and play: there is power in play! Our mission is simple—create games that are easy to learn, fun to play, and spark creativity, social connection, and authentic learning. Whether you’re a hobby gamer, a family looking for new ways to connect, or an educator seeking playful learning tools, we invite you to join us.
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let's play together
If you’re curious about the behind-the-scenes journey, check out the BoardGameGeek Designer Diary featuring GET 9.
Contact Us!
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