On the Dot
- Designer Dominique Bodin
- Publisher asmodee , Brainwright , Cocktail Games , Gamewright , Hutter Trade GmbH + Co KG
- Illustration Ségolène de la Gorce
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In On the Dot, players overlay transparent cards with colored dots to exactly replicate a pattern shown on a target card. They rotate and flip their cards in real time, sometimes needing to hide certain dots to achieve the correct combination. The first player to match the pattern calls out “Vitrail!” and wins the card. The game offers tense, quick rounds driven by simultaneous play.
Who Is This Game For?
On the Dot targets families and casual players aged 10 and up who enjoy short and fast games. With a playing time of about 5 minutes, it’s ideal for warm-ups or quick sessions. The rules are straightforward, making it a light to medium abstract strategy game requiring little prior experience.
How It Works
Each player has four transparent cards with colored dots that they can rotate, flip, and stack. The goal is to recreate the pattern shown on the face-up target card by combining the cards and sometimes covering dots. Players act simultaneously in real time, applying pattern building and recognition skills quickly to be the first to achieve the correct pattern.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Dominique Bodin and nominated for the 2007 As d'Or - Jeu de l'Année, On the Dot stands out by combining real-time play with pattern recognition and building. It belongs to a family of games featuring 6x6 grids and transparent elements, offering unique tactile and visual gameplay.
Pro
- Very short playtime of about 5 minutes
- Real-time mechanic adds excitement
- Enhances visual perception and pattern recognition
- Nominated for As d'Or - Jeu de l'Année 2007
Contra
- Not suitable for children under 10
- Limited depth for expert players
- No official solo mode included
Setting & Atmosphäre
On the Dot is an abstract game with no specific theme, focusing purely on visual patterns and colors. It is a pure thinking and reaction game using transparent components.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on quickly recognizing patterns and experiment with different combinations of your transparent cards.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
The game is officially for 2 to 4 players; a solo variant is mentioned but not included in the standard rules.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 5 minutes, making it ideal for quick play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
On the Dot is a light abstract strategy game with simple rules and requires little prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
On the Dot combines real-time play with transparent components and pattern recognition, setting it apart from other abstract strategy games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is well suited for families with children aged 10 and up due to its easy learning curve and short playtime.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of real-time, pattern recognition, and pattern building using transparent cards is the key feature.
Fazit
On the Dot is a fast-paced real-time game well suited for short sessions and families. Players who enjoy visual challenges and abstract strategy will find a compelling pattern recognition game in just minutes.
