Da ist der Wurm drin
- Designer Carmen Kleinert
- Publisher Competo / Marektoy , Gigamic , Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd , Simba Toys , Zoch Verlag
- Illustration Heidemarie Rüttinger
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In this quick dice game, 2 to 4 players race their worms to poke their heads out of the compost heap first. Players roll dice to add worm segments to their track and bet on which worm will reach the finish line first. Correct bets earn flower tokens, while wrong guesses lose them. The game ends when a worm’s head reaches the board edge.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is designed for children aged 4 and up and their families. With simple rules and a short playtime of about 20 minutes, it’s ideal for quick, accessible gaming sessions without prior experience.
How It Works
Players take turns rolling the die and placing a matching colored worm segment on their track. They can place bets on which worm they think will finish first, using Betting and Bluffing combined with Dice Rolling mechanics to create tension and interaction in each round.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Carmen Kleinert, Da ist der Wurm drin won the 2011 Spiel des Jahres Kinderspiel award. It belongs to the Animals: Worms family and uniquely blends dice rolling with simple betting and bluffing, making it very accessible for young players.
Awards
2011
- 2012 Årets Spel Best Children's Game — Winner
- 2012 Vuoden Peli Children's Game of the Year — Nominated
Pro
- Easy entry for children aged 4 and up
- Quick playtime around 20 minutes
- Combination of dice rolling and betting/bluffing
- Winner of the 2011 Spiel des Jahres Kinderspiel award
Contra
- Limited to 2 to 4 players
- Low complexity, less appealing to experienced gamers
- No solo mode available
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a garden environment where worms race, using animals and nature as a child-friendly theme.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on observing worm movements carefully and place your bets wisely to increase your chances of winning flower tokens.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Da ist der Wurm drin is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 20 minutes, allowing for quick and repeatable sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is simple and requires no prior experience, making it ideal for children and families.
How does this compare to similar games?
Da ist der Wurm drin uniquely combines dice rolling with betting and bluffing aimed at young children aged 4 and up.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is explicitly designed as a children's game from age 4 and is well suited for family play.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Betting and Bluffing with Dice Rolling creates simple but engaging player interaction.
Fazit
Da ist der Wurm drin is highly recommended for families with young children seeking a quick and easy dice and betting game. More experienced players may find it too simple.
