Morels
- Designer Brent Povis
- Publisher Two Lanterns Games , Bright World Games , Compaya.hu: Gamer Café Kft. , Edinorog , Fantasmagoria
- Illustration Vince Dorse , Jarek Nocoń , Brent Povis
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Morels, you forage mushrooms in a forest by drafting cards from an open tableau, managing your hand to collect sets for cooking or selling. The game uses day and night decks to simulate a walk in the woods, offering tactical offensive and defensive plays. Poisonous mushrooms add complexity, and the constantly changing tableau keeps each game fresh and challenging.
Who Is This Game For?
Morels is designed exclusively for two players who enjoy quick, strategic games. Suitable from age 10, it requires some experience with card games but is accessible to non-experts. With about 30 minutes playtime, it's ideal for fast, engaging duels without long downtime.
How It Works
Players alternate picking cards from an open drafting tableau of eight cards, managing their hands to collect sets of mushrooms for cooking or selling. Hand Management is key to optimize your plays, while Set Collection rewards larger sets with more points and special effects. After each turn, a card moves to a decay pile, constantly shifting the available options.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Brent Povis, Morels won the 2014 Games Magazine Best New Card Game. It uniquely combines Hand Management, Open Drafting, and Set Collection in a thematic mushroom foraging setting. As a pure two-player game, it stands out with its atmospheric theme and tactical depth.
Awards
2014
2012
- 2014 Fairplay À la carte Runner-up — Nominated
- 2014 Games Magazine Best New Card Game — Winner
Pro
- Fast, strategic 2-player gameplay
- Well-balanced mix of Hand Management, Open Drafting, and Set Collection
- Atmospheric mushroom foraging theme
- Winner of the 2014 Games Magazine Best New Card Game
Contra
- Strictly for two players
- Short playtime might not satisfy those preferring longer games
- Recommended age 10+, not for very young children
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in an old-growth forest where players forage various mushroom types by day and night. The theme focuses on collecting, cooking, and selling mushrooms in a natural woodland environment.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on managing your hand carefully and adapt to the changing tableau to build optimal sets.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Morels is designed exclusively for two players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts around 30 minutes, making it a quick, engaging experience.
What prior experience do I need?
It's a medium-weight game requiring some familiarity with card games but no expert knowledge.
How does this compare to similar games?
Morels uniquely combines Hand Management, Open Drafting, and Set Collection mechanics in a mushroom theme and is strictly for two players.
Is this suitable for families?
Recommended for ages 10 and up, suitable for families with older children who enjoy strategic card games.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Hand Management, Open Drafting, and Set Collection defines Morels' unique gameplay.
Fazit
Morels is recommended for players seeking a fast, strategic two-player card game with a mushroom theme. Its short duration and meaningful decisions offer high replay value.
