Movie Tricks
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- Designer Vegard Eliassen Stillerud , Eilif Svensson , Åsmund Svensson
- Publisher Chilifox Games
- Illustration Eirik Belaska
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What to Expect
You play cards to determine turn order, then in that order grab cards from a shared market to build your movie production. Played cards become the next round's market, creating a shifting supply. At the end, you score in categories like Best Movie, CGI, Props, Roles and Soundtrack, as stated in the designer description.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for ages 10+ and 2–5 players, Movie Tricks fits players who prefer quick, interactive card games. With an approximate 30-minute playtime it's suitable for families and casual to mid-weight players.
How It Works
Core mechanics are Trick-taking, Multi-Use Cards and Set Collection, with a Turn Order: Auction-like element. Each round you play cards that set the play order; then players take cards from the market according to that order to add to their collections. The market is refreshed by the cards played, so choices affect both current and future rounds.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Vegard Eliassen Stillerud (with Eilif and Åsmund Svensson), Movie Tricks ties turn order directly to market access, merging classic trick-taking with multi-use and set-collection dynamics. The movie-industry theme frames scoring categories such as CGI and Soundtrack.
Pro
- Short playtime (~30 minutes) for quick sessions
- Blend of trick-taking and set collection adds tactical choices
- Turn-order auction feel makes the market dynamic
- Clear thematic scoring categories guide decisions
Contra
- May feel light for heavy gamers
- Player interaction can lead to predictable patterns with experienced groups
Setting & atmosphere
The game is set in the movie industry; players collect elements like CGI, props, roles and soundtrack to score in multiple categories. Theme is listed under Movies / TV / Radio.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on how played cards determine turn order and market access, then plan which scoring categories to build toward.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No. Movie Tricks is designed for 2–5 players (no solo mode specified).
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 30 minutes; allow extra time for teaching and setup.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic card game experience helps; mechanics are suitable for players aged 10 and up.
How does this compare to similar games?
Movie Tricks combines trick-taking with multi-use cards and a turn-order/auction element, linking market access closely to card play.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes. With a minimum age of 10 and short playtime, it's suitable for family groups who tolerate some tactical decisions.
What mechanic makes it special?
The use of cards to set turn order combined with multi-use and set-collection mechanics is the standout element.
Fazit
Movie Tricks is a compact, tactical trick-taking card game for 2–5 players that rewards market awareness and collection planning. Recommend if you like short, thematic card games with interactive turns.
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