A his tory – Fundex Games 9923 User Manual
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Like most great games, Phase 10 has a
pretty fascinating history.
Phase 10 was invented in 1982 by an
entrepreneurial 22 year old, Kenneth
Johnson. It is based on several Rummy
card games played by Ken over the years.
It took a stroke of bad luck to turn Phase
10 from a vision into a game. While “laid
off” from his job, Ken took the opportunity
to develop Phase 10 and start a game
manufacturing company.
The first Phase 10 card games were sold
to Kmart 25 years ago. In 1987, Fundex
Games negotiated the rights to distribute
Phase 10 over a “Grand Slam Breakfast”
and a glass of milk with ice. As they say,
the rest is history.
By 2005, Phase 10 had sold more than
30 million copies worldwide.
As we celebrate 25 years of Phase 10, we
thank all of you loyal Phase 10 players
and fans.
Like most great games, Phase 10 has a
pretty fascinating history.