Don't Wake Daddy
- Designer Roger Ford
- Publisher Amo Oy , AS Company , Dexy Co , Goliath Games , Hasbro
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Players move their pieces by drawing cards and advancing on the board. Landing on certain spaces requires pressing the snooze button on a spring-loaded Daddy figure in bed. Daddy might stay asleep or suddenly wake up and send the player back to start, creating a fun risk element based on luck.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at families with young children aged 3 and up. It is a light, short children's game lasting about 20 minutes that requires no prior experience and is easy to learn.
How It Works
Players draw cards to move their tokens along the board. When landing on specific picture-number spaces, they press the snooze button. Depending on chance, Daddy either stays asleep or wakes up, causing the player to return to start. The game relies on simple luck mechanics without complex strategy.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Roger Ford, Don't Wake Daddy won the Årets Spill Best Children's Game award in 2019. It stands out with its mechanical Daddy figure and simple risk-taking element, making it a classic choice for young families.
Awards
- 2019 Årets Spill Best Children's Game — Winner
Pro
- Simple rules suitable for children aged 3 and up
- Short playing time of about 20 minutes
- Mechanical Daddy figure as a unique game element
- Winner of Årets Spill Best Children's Game 2019
Contra
- Purely luck-based gameplay without strategy
- Limited to 2 to 4 players
- Low variability in moves
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a home environment where Daddy is sleeping in bed, and players try not to wake him. The theme is child-friendly and humorous.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on enjoying the game and the luck element rather than complex strategies.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Don't Wake Daddy is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not support solo play.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 20 minutes, suitable for short sessions with children.
What prior experience do I need?
No prior experience is needed; the game is easy for children aged 3 and older.
How does this compare to similar games?
It is distinguished by its mechanical Daddy figure and the snooze button risk mechanic.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is specifically designed for families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
It mainly uses card drawing and a simple risk-taking mechanic.
Fazit
Don't Wake Daddy is a quick, luck-driven children's game ideal for families with small kids. It is less suited for older players or those seeking strategic depth.
