Hide the Kids!
- Designer Fréderic Moyersoen
- Publisher asmodee , Gigamic , Libellud , Swan Panasia Co., Ltd. , Zoch Verlag
- Illustration Tony Emeriau , Gabriela Silveira
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In Hide the Kids!, players take the role of goats hiding from a wolf. One player acts as the wolf, giving others 5 seconds to hide their goats in seven pieces of furniture. Then the wolf inspects two furniture pieces to catch goats hidden there. Goats not found earn points. This creates a simple yet engaging hide-and-seek experience.
Who Is This Game For?
Hide the Kids! is aimed at families and children aged 4 and up. Its simple rules make it accessible for young players. With about 20 minutes per game, it fits short play sessions perfectly. No prior experience is needed, making it ideal for beginners.
How It Works
The game has no complex mechanics: one player is the wolf; others hide their goats in seven furniture pieces within 5 seconds. The wolf then chooses two furniture pieces to find goats. Players score points for goats not caught. Roles rotate, allowing everyone to be the wolf. This creates straightforward hide-and-seek gameplay.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Fréderic Moyersoen, Hide the Kids! won the 2009 Graf Ludo Best Children's Game Graphics and the 2010 As d'Or - Jeu de l'Année Enfant. It stands out with its quick hide-and-seek mechanic tailored for young children and belongs to the family of anthropomorphic animal games.
Awards
2010
Pro
- Suitable for children aged 4 and up
- Short playtime around 20 minutes
- Simple hide-and-seek gameplay without complex rules
- Award-winning graphics (Graf Ludo 2009)
Contra
- Lacks complex mechanics for experienced players
- Limited to 2 to 8 players
- Not suited for players who prefer longer, strategic games
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game features anthropomorphic animals where goats hide from a wolf. Furniture serves as hiding spots, creating a child-friendly theme.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on quick hiding or careful observation to succeed.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Hide the Kids! is designed for 2 to 8 players and has no solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 20 minutes, perfect for short sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
No prior experience needed; suitable for children aged 4 and up.
How does this compare to similar games?
Hide the Kids! combines hide-and-seek with quick observation in a simple kids’ game, awarded the 2010 As d'Or.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, especially suited for families with young children.
What mechanic makes it special?
It uses classic hide-and-seek gameplay without complex mechanics.
Fazit
Hide the Kids! is recommended for families with young children seeking simple, fast interactive play. It offers little depth for older or experienced players but excels as a children's game.
