May 16, 2025
Rise of the Half Moon May
This interactive Doodle celebrates May’s final Half Moon! This monthly recurring card game invites you to play against the moon to test your knowledge of the lunar cycle.
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About Celebrating The Rise of the Half Moon
You’ll be over the (half) moon about this latest iteration of the Rise of the Half Moon game series! Join the celestial card game where players must connect the phases of the lunar cycle to earn points and against the May Half Moon. If you’re skilled enough to beat the moon, you’ll be rewarded with wildcards!
May is the month of the Flower Moon! Can you harness the flower power to outplay the half moon? Be sure to share your high score!
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