Home Game
- Designer Lynn Pressman
- Publisher Pressman Toy Corp.
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In Home Game, you build your own complete home while minimizing expenses. Players roll three unique dice—Contract, Material, and Building—and choose actions based on the rolls. You collect building elements, construct parts of your home, or may lose elements. Chance cards add unpredictable rewards or penalties, and trading materials with other players is allowed. The goal is to have the most money after completing all house elements.
Who Is This Game For?
Home Game is aimed at families and casual gamers aged 10 and up. It is a medium complexity game with about 120 minutes playtime, suitable for players who enjoy longer sessions and do not require complex rules. Prior experience is not required but helpful given the game's length.
How It Works
Each turn, you select one of three dice: Contract to buy a lot, Material to collect the 18 building elements, and Building to build or remove elements. Rolling the Material die triggers drawing a chance card, which may reward or penalize money. Players can trade materials with each other to complete their homes faster and save costs. The player with the most money after building all parts wins.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Lynn Pressman, Home Game is a rare example of a 1950s promotional board game tied to a TV series. It features set collection and trading mechanics combined with three specialized dice, distinguishing it from simpler dice games.
Pro
- Combination of set collection and trading mechanics
- Three specialized dice with distinct roles
- Player interaction through trading
- Historical promotional game linked to TV
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Relatively long playtime of approximately 120 minutes
- May be complex for younger or novice players
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game simulates home building in the 1950s, reflecting the economic and family concerns of that era.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on trading materials wisely and choosing dice rolls strategically to build your home cost-effectively.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Home Game is designed for 2 to 4 players only.
How long does a game really take?
The game lasts about 120 minutes including setup and explanation.
What prior experience do I need?
It is a medium complexity game requiring patience but no special prior knowledge.
How does this compare to similar games?
Home Game stands out by combining three specialized dice and trading, unlike simpler dice or set collection games.
Is this suitable for families?
With a minimum age of 10, it suits families with older children and casual gamers.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of set collection, trading, and three different dice shapes the gameplay.
Fazit
Home Game suits players seeking a historical, longer board game involving trading and collection. The length and mechanics require some player experience.
