Little Alchemists
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- Designer Matúš Kotry
- Publisher Czech Games Edition (CGE) , Cranio Creations , HeidelBÄR Games , IELLO , MINDOK
- Illustration David Cochard , Štěpán Drašťák , Dávid Jablonovský , František Sedláček
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What to Expect
You gather and combine ingredients, brew potions via a companion app, and mark secret knowledge on your player board. The game starts simple and gradually unlocks seven chapters that add new components and mechanics. Deduction and hand-management are central: you infer ingredient properties from observed results. The app handles potion resolution, making it accessible for younger players.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for families and younger players (age 7+); mechanics are introductory but expand across multiple plays. With a runtime of about 40 minutes, it suits shorter game sessions. Prior experience with deduction games helps but isn't required.
How It Works
Players select ingredient tiles and combine them, then scan the pair with the free companion app which reveals the result. Through hand management and open drafting you organize actions and goals, while Contracts-like elements provide objectives. Deduction is core: from results you deduce hidden ingredient traits and record that knowledge on your secret board.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Matúš Kotry, Little Alchemists is a digital-hybrid (app/website required) junior version that introduces concepts from the larger Alchemists setting. It was a 2024 nominee for the Board Game Quest Awards Best Family Game and won the 2025 Deutscher Spiele Preis Best Children's Game.
Awards
- 2025 Deutscher Kinderspielepreis — Winner
- 2024 Board Game Quest Awards Best Family Game — Nominated
Pro
- Family-friendly entry point, suitable from age 7
- App-assisted potion creation simplifies gameplay
- Seven-chapter progression increases replayability
- Combines deduction with hand-management and drafting
Contra
- Limited to 2–4 players
- Dependence on the app may be inconvenient for some groups
Setting & atmosphere
The game is set in a fantasy alchemy theme: collecting ingredients, brewing potions, and uncovering secret knowledge, as listed in its categories.
Tips for beginners
Use the companion app to learn outcomes and focus first on observing patterns to improve your deductions.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No, Little Alchemists is designed for 2–4 players.
How long does a game really take?
A game takes about 40 minutes; allow a bit more time for setup.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic familiarity with deduction or family games helps but is not necessary.
How does this compare to similar games?
This title is a family-oriented, juniorized version with a digital hybrid that gradually increases complexity across chapters.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it's targeted at ages 7+ and designed as a family game.
What mechanic makes it special?
Deduction combined with hand management, open drafting and Contracts-like objectives is the game's standout.
Fazit
A good pick for families seeking a progressive, app-assisted deduction game for children. It keeps gameplay accessible while offering expanding depth over several sessions.
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