Les 12 Coups de Midi
- Publisher Dujardin
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Players take turns answering questions of increasing difficulty to earn money and become the Maitre du Midi. Each player draws a card and reads it to the player on their left. When a Mystery Star card appears, players must guess the image or risk elimination. After five failed attempts, the player with the most money wins.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for families and casual players aged 7 and up, this game offers quick 30-minute rounds with simple rules that require no prior experience. It's ideal for those who enjoy light trivia and party games.
How It Works
In each turn, a player draws a question card and poses it to the player on their left, progressing through increasing difficulty levels. Mystery Star cards require guessing an image; a wrong guess leads to elimination. The goal is to accumulate the most money without being eliminated.
What Makes It Special
Published by Dujardin and based on a French TV game show, Les 12 Coups de Midi uses player elimination to add tension. It belongs to the TV Game Shows family and combines trivia with risk-taking gameplay.
Pro
- Short playtime of approximately 30 minutes
- Easy-to-learn rules
- Engaging player elimination mechanic
- Family-friendly from age 7
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Lower complexity for experienced players
- Limited strategic depth
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is themed around the French TV show Les 12 Coups de Midi, simulating a quiz show environment where players answer questions and guess images.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on the order of questions and be cautious with Mystery Star guesses to avoid early elimination.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Les 12 Coups de Midi is designed for 2 to 4 players and has no solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 30 minutes, perfect for quick sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The rules are simple and require no prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its combination of trivia and player elimination adds more tension than pure quiz games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it’s suitable for families with children aged 7 and above due to easy rules.
What mechanic makes it special?
The player elimination mechanic adds excitement and risk.
Fazit
Les 12 Coups de Midi is a light, fast-paced party game for fans of trivia and elimination mechanics. It’s easy to learn but lacks depth for strategy-focused players.
