#mylife
- Designer Jan Bintakies
- Publisher AMIGO
- Illustration Jan Bintakies
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You play through your life in ten rounds, starting at age 0 with a birth card. Each round, you choose cards from your hand that can only be played if they fit within certain age ranges or match experience icons from previously played cards. After five cards, you draw from the second half of life deck. Achieve life goals by collecting icon combinations to score points.
Who Is This Game For?
#mylife is a light strategy game for families and casual players aged 10 and up. With a short playtime of about 30 minutes, it requires little prior experience and offers easy-to-learn gameplay.
How It Works
The core mechanic is Open Drafting: players select one card from their hand and pass the rest to the left. Cards can only be played if they fall within the correct age range or if their icons match previously played cards. After five rounds, the deck switches to the second half of life. Scoring depends on achieving life goal combinations.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Jan Bintakies, #mylife stands out as a unique life simulation card game featuring Open Drafting. Although it has no listed awards, its thematic approach and accessible mechanics make it distinct. It belongs to the 'My Best Life' theme family.
Pro
- Short playtime of about 30 minutes
- Easy to learn rules
- Thematic life simulation
- Unique Open Drafting mechanic
Contra
- No solo mode (2-6 players only)
- Limited variability due to fixed age ranges
- Too simple for expert gamers
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game represents a person's life journey from birth through old age. Cards depict various life phases and experiences in an abstract but relatable framework.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on selecting cards that fit your age phase and match experience icons to achieve your life goals.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, #mylife supports 2 to 6 players and does not have a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 30 minutes, ideal for short gaming sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is easy to understand and suitable for players without prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
#mylife combines life simulation with Open Drafting, setting it apart from other card games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is suitable for families with children aged 10 and up looking for a short thematic card game.
What mechanic makes it special?
The Open Drafting mechanic is central, influencing strategic card selection and passing.
Fazit
#mylife is recommended for players seeking a short, thematic card game without complex rules. It suits families and casual gamers looking for a quick and meaningful experience.



















