Shadows: Amsterdam
- Designer Mathieu Aubert
- Publisher Libellud , ADC Blackfire Entertainment , asmodee , Gém Klub Kft. , Hobby Japan
- Illustration M81 Studio
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Shadows: Amsterdam, you play as a detective agency in modern Amsterdam solving a crime. Your Intelligence Officer guides your team by sending picture clues across a modular board. You must decode these images faster than rival teams while avoiding the police. The game combines real-time play, deduction, and cooperative mechanics for a fast-paced experience.
Who Is This Game For?
This game suits groups who enjoy cooperative deduction party games. With a playtime of around 20 minutes and a minimum age of 10, it is an accessible gateway for players with some experience. The real-time element requires quick thinking and team communication.
How It Works
Shadows: Amsterdam merges cooperative gameplay with deduction and real-time mechanics. One player acts as Intelligence Officer, sending picture clues to detectives who interpret them to locate evidence and evade the police. Teams race simultaneously on a modular board, creating tense competition and requiring fast decisions.
What Makes It Special
Mathieu Aubert created an innovative real-time deduction game nominated for the 2019 As d'Or - Jeu de l'Année. Its unique use of image interpretation within a cooperative competitive format sets it apart. The game belongs to the Amsterdam-themed family and features anthropomorphic animal characters.
Awards
2019
- 2019 American Tabletop Casual Games — Nominated
- 2019 Lys Grand Public — Finalist
- 2019 Palme de Bronze for Best Illustrations — Nominated
Pro
- Real-time mechanics create dynamic gameplay
- Cooperative deduction with image interpretation
- Short playtime of about 20 minutes
- Nominated for As d'Or - Jeu de l'Année 2019
Contra
- Requires quick thinking and reflexes
- Not suitable for players under 10 years
- Short duration may not satisfy longer game sessions
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in present-day Amsterdam, revolving around a crime investigation by competing detective agencies. Anthropomorphic animals represent the characters in this urban mystery theme.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on clear team communication and quickly interpreting picture clues to succeed.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Shadows: Amsterdam supports 2 to 8 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 20 minutes, allowing for fast and energetic rounds.
What prior experience do I need?
As a gateway-level game, it requires some experience with deduction and party games, plus the ability to think quickly.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its blend of real-time play, cooperative deduction, and image interpretation in an urban setting differentiates it from traditional deduction games.
Is this suitable for families?
With a 10+ age rating and short playtime, it fits families with older children who enjoy fast-paced games.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of real-time deduction and cooperative image interpretation defines its unique mechanic.
Fazit
Shadows: Amsterdam is recommended for players seeking cooperative deduction with real-time pressure and short play sessions. It especially fits groups valuing rapid communication and teamwork.
