Labyrinth: The Card Game
- Designer Max J. Kobbert
- Publisher Ravensburger AG
- Illustration Xavier Gueniffey Durin , Andreas Härlin , Joachim Krause
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In this game, you place square cards showing fantasy symbols like griffins, dragons, and keys. You connect matching symbols across cards to collect them, ensuring the labyrinth remains connected. You always hold two cards and draw after placing one. The game ends when the draw pile is empty. It's a quick family-friendly game emphasizing pattern recognition and network building.
Who Is This Game For?
Labyrinth: The Card Game is aimed at families and casual players aged 7 and up. With about 30 minutes playtime, it works well as a light filler game. The rules are simple, requiring no prior experience. For experienced gamers, it offers a light, relaxed experience.
How It Works
The game mechanics include Network and Route Building, Pattern Building, and Pattern Recognition. Players place cards to connect matching symbols into networks without breaking the labyrinth apart. After placing a card, you draw to keep two cards in hand. The player with the most collected cards at the end wins.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Max J. Kobbert, this game is part of Ravensburger's Labyrinth series. It translates the classic labyrinth theme into a card game using familiar pattern and network mechanics. Although it hasn't won awards, it stands out as a family-friendly entry in the genre.
Pro
- Simple rules, easy to learn
- Short playtime around 30 minutes
- Core mechanics of pattern and network building
- Part of the popular Ravensburger Labyrinth series
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Limited complexity for experienced players
- No awards or special recognitions
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a fantasy world with classic symbols like griffins, dragons, keys, and scrolls. It is a card version of the well-known Ravensburger Labyrinth theme.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on recognizing patterns and expanding your network without breaking the labyrinth.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Labyrinth: The Card Game is designed for 2 to 6 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 30 minutes, making it a quick play.
What prior experience do I need?
The game has simple rules and requires no special prior knowledge.
How does this compare to similar games?
It is a card adaptation of the classic Labyrinth game focusing on network and pattern building.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is recommended for ages 7 and up and works well as a family game.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Network and Route Building, Pattern Building, and Pattern Recognition defines the gameplay.
Fazit
Labyrinth: The Card Game is a recommended quick, family-friendly game for those who enjoy pattern recognition and network building. It is less suited for longer or more complex gameplay.
