Mice and Mystics
- Designer Jerry Hawthorne
- Publisher Plaid Hat Games , CrowD Games , Cube Factory of Ideas , Delta Vision Publishing , Ediciones MasQueOca
- Illustration JJ Ariosa , Chad Hoverter , David Richards
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In Mice and Mystics, players become heroic mice navigating a giant castle filled with enemies like rats, cockroaches, and a housecat. The game blends cooperative adventure with a story-driven campaign where teamwork and planning are key to defeating the evil witch Vanestra and saving the kingdom. Players collect cheese to unlock special abilities, shaping an interactive and evolving narrative with every play.
Who Is This Game For?
This game suits families and hobby gamers aged 7 and up who enjoy cooperative, story-rich adventures. With a playtime of about 90 minutes, it requires moderate patience and group coordination. Prior experience with cooperative or role-playing games helps but is not mandatory. Solo play is supported, adding to its appeal for individual players.
How It Works
Mice and Mystics combines mechanics such as Area Movement, Cooperative Game, and Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game. Players move mouse characters across multiple maps, team up to fight enemies, and progress through a narrative campaign. Dice rolling resolves combat and actions, while collecting cheese enhances character abilities. Each mouse has unique roles and strengths, requiring tactical cooperation.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Jerry Hawthorne, Mice and Mystics won the 2013 Golden Geek Award for Best Board Game Artwork. It stands out in the dungeon crawler family with its unique anthropomorphic mouse theme. The blend of narrative role-playing and cooperative gameplay creates an immersive experience, while the Cheese System adds strategic depth and variety.
Awards
2013
2013
- 2012 Meeples Choice Award — Nominated
Pro
- Cooperative gameplay encourages teamwork
- Strong narrative campaign structure
- Award-winning artwork (Golden Geek 2013)
- Includes solo mode
Contra
- 90-minute playtime requires patience
- Complexity leans toward hobby gamers
- Recommended age 7+, but rules are somewhat complex
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a fantasy castle magically enlarged for its tiny mouse inhabitants, players face threats like rat warriors, cockroaches, and the housecat Brodie in a fairy-tale world.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on teamwork and learn each character's unique abilities to support the group effectively.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Mice and Mystics includes a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts around 90 minutes, depending on experience and group size.
What prior experience do I need?
Some familiarity with cooperative or role-playing games is helpful but not required.
How does this compare to similar games?
Mice and Mystics uniquely blends dungeon crawling with narrative role-playing and a mouse-themed fantasy setting.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is suitable for families with children aged 7 and up who enjoy cooperative games.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its mix of Area Movement, cooperative gameplay, and campaign-driven story sets it apart.
Fazit
Mice and Mystics is recommended for those seeking a cooperative adventure with strong thematic and narrative elements. It fits families and groups looking for deeper, story-driven gameplay experiences.
