MicroMacro: Crime City
- Designer Johannes Sich
- Publisher Edition Spielwiese , Artipia Games , Blackrock Games , Brädspel.se , Brain Games
- Illustration Daniel Goll , Tobias Jochinke , Johannes Sich
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In MicroMacro: Crime City, players examine a giant hidden-object city map to solve 16 different crime cases. You search for clues, follow trails, and piece together information by identifying locations and people on the map. The game mixes cooperative deduction with scenario-driven gameplay, letting you either follow case cards step-by-step or solve cases independently. The map represents both space and time, making investigations complex and varied.
Who Is This Game For?
The game is aimed at families and hobby gamers aged 12 and up who enjoy cooperative detective work. It is a medium complexity game lasting about 45 minutes, suitable for game nights. Prior experience with deduction games helps but is not mandatory, as cases can be solved progressively.
How It Works
MicroMacro: Crime City is a cooperative deduction game centered around a large city map. Players collaborate to solve cases using scenario cards that pinpoint locations and characters on the map. It uses mechanics such as Cooperative Game, Deduction, and Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game. A solo mode allows single players to enjoy the cases. Players must discover and logically connect clues on the map to answer case questions.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Johannes Sich, MicroMacro: Crime City won the 2020 Golden Geek Light Game of the Year and Most Innovative Board Game awards. It uniquely combines a hidden-object map with cooperative deduction. As part of the MicroMacro family, it stands out for its large-scale city map and scenario-driven, investigative gameplay.
Awards
2021
2020
- 2021 As d’Or — Winner
Pro
- Innovative mix of hidden-object and deduction gameplay
- Cooperative play with solo mode
- 16 diverse scenarios to solve
- Winner of 2020 Golden Geek Light Game of the Year
Contra
- Limited replayability due to fixed scenarios
- Recommended for players aged 12 and up
- Requires focused observation and patience
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in a fictional city depicted as a detailed hidden-object map. Players explore neighborhoods and uncover crime stories and mysteries in an urban, mysterious environment.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take your time to carefully study the map and work together to find and connect clues efficiently.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, MicroMacro: Crime City includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
A game takes about 45 minutes, including setup, suitable for a game night.
What prior experience do I need?
It is a medium complexity game; basic deduction game experience helps but is not required.
How does this compare to similar games?
MicroMacro uniquely combines a large hidden-object map with cooperative deduction and scenario mechanics.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it suits families with players aged 12 and older who enjoy cooperative detective stories.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Cooperative Game, Deduction, and Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game mechanics makes it stand out.
Fazit
MicroMacro: Crime City is recommended for players who enjoy cooperative deduction with innovative map-based gameplay. Its 45-minute playtime makes it accessible for those interested in detailed clue hunting.
