Richard Halliwell
Ideal — publisher active 1961–2023, known for family and children's games with dice, movement and dexterity mechanics.
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Biography
Ideal appears in our database with 22 titles and an activity span from 1961 to 2023. The publisher's broader corporate history involves older toy trademarks and transfers, but the source data does not state a clear country of origin or founding date. On unsere Datenbank Ideal is listed for a mix of family and children's releases.
Career
From the 1960s through 2023 Ideal released games using straightforward mechanics such as Roll/Spin-and-Move, Dice Rolling and Point-to-Point Movement. Their catalog includes abstract strategy entries, licensed entertainment titles and children’s dexterity games. Notable aspects of their output are Rubik-related releases alongside standalone family games.
Most Famous Games
Key titles in the record include Headache (1968), Hepta (1974) and The 1% Club: The Board Game (2023). Other releases of note are Rubik's Flip (1981) and Tumblin' Monkeys (1999). The publisher appears in award listings such as Årets Spill Best Children's Game and Gra Roku Game of the Year.
Design Style
Ideal favors accessible, family-oriented designs with movement and dice-based play as well as dexterity elements. The range spans abstract strategy to licensed, entertainment-focused games for younger audiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ideal from?
The source data does not clearly state a country of origin for Ideal.
What is their most famous game?
According to our list, Headache (1968) is one of their best-known games.
What mechanic is their signature?
Frequent mechanics include Roll / Spin and Move, Dice Rolling and Point to Point Movement.
How long have they been active?
They are listed as active from 1961 to 2023.
Verdict
Good for families and players who prefer classic, easy-to-learn mechanics and children’s titles.
