Split Personality
- Designer Friedemann Friese , Marcel-André Casasola Merkle , Andrea Meyer
- Publisher 2F-Spiele , BeWitched Spiele , Casasola , Editorial Dos Pasos , Kikigagne?
- Illustration Michael Menzel , Marcel-André Casasola Merkle
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In Split Personality, four or more players simultaneously draw the left side of a chosen person. When someone finishes, they shout “Stop!”. The slowest player must not finish their drawing. The paper is then folded, and the left neighbor draws the right side without seeing the left half. This often leads to funny and unexpected results, perfect for parties or casual gatherings.
Who Is This Game For?
Split Personality is a light party game for 4 to 30 players aged 10 and up. It suits players who prefer simple rules and quick rounds. Its low complexity and short playtime appeal to casual gamers and non-gamers alike.
How It Works
The core mechanic is Paper-and-Pencil. Each player draws the left half of a designated image simultaneously. When “Stop!” is called, the slowest player must stop drawing. The sheet is folded and passed to the left neighbor, who draws the right half without seeing the other side. The completed drawings are then revealed, often resulting in laughter.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Friedemann Friese, Marcel-André Casasola Merkle, and Andrea Meyer, Split Personality was nominated for the 2007 Golden Geek Best Party Board Game. Its simple Paper-and-Pencil mechanic combined with group play makes it a standout party game. It belongs to the Mechanism: Drawing family.
Awards
2007
Pro
- Supports large groups from 4 to 30 players
- Short playtime of about 20 minutes
- High fun factor with unexpected drawing results
- Simple rules based on Paper-and-Pencil mechanics
Contra
- Not suitable for players seeking strategic complexity
- More of a party game than a hobby game
- Recommended for ages 10 and up, limiting very young children
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game has no specific theme but focuses on the creative and humorous act of drawing halves of people, creating a unique social experience.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on quickly drawing the left half and enjoy the unpredictable outcomes.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Split Personality requires at least 4 players and has no solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 20 minutes, ideal for quick and casual play.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is very simple and requires no prior experience, making it suitable for beginners.
How does this compare to similar games?
Split Personality combines Paper-and-Pencil drawing with the unique mechanic of folding and continuing the drawing by another player without seeing the first half.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, suitable for ages 10 and up with easy rules, making it a good choice for family fun.
What mechanic makes it special?
The Paper-and-Pencil mechanic combined with the folding and continuation by another player is the key feature.
Fazit
Split Personality is highly recommended for large social groups looking for fast, communicative fun. It is less suitable for players seeking strategic depth.
