Dieter Danziger
Otto Maier Verlag (predecessor of Ravensburger) published mainly children's and family games from 1935 to 1992.
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Biography
The Otto Maier Verlag in Ravensburg is the historical predecessor of today's Ravensburger Spiele-Verlag. The data lists 49 published titles and an active period from 1935 to 1992. The earliest mentioned game is 'Reise um die Erde.'
Career
As a publisher, Otto Maier Verlag released a wide range of games: children's titles, racing and family games, and some abstract strategy titles. Common mechanics in the catalog are Roll/Spin-and-Move, Point-to-Point Movement and Dice Rolling; Tile Placement also appears. Across its active years the publisher accumulated multiple nominations and awards, including entries in the Spiel des Jahres family.
Most Famous Games
Top listed titles include Master Labyrinth (1991), Galloping Pigs (1992) and Escape from the Hidden Castle (1989). Other notable releases are Life Style (1989), You're Bluffing! (1985) and Enchanted Forest (1981); several of these received award recognition.
Design Style
The publisher focused on accessible, family-oriented designs with an emphasis on movement and luck-based mechanics alongside some abstract strategy offerings. The portfolio mixes child-friendly themes (animals, racing) with classic board-game movement systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Otto Maier Verlag from?
The publisher is from Ravensburg; the source data does not provide additional location details.
What is their most famous game?
Master Labyrinth (1991) is listed first among the top games.
What mechanic is their signature?
Signature mechanics are Roll/Spin-and-Move, Point-to-Point Movement and Dice Rolling.
How long have they been active?
According to the data, they were active from 1935 to 1992.
Verdict
Collectors and families will find classic children's and family games from the 1935–1992 period in the Otto Maier Verlag catalog.
