The Mysterious Forest
- Designer Carlo A. Rossi
- Publisher IELLO , Hutter Trade GmbH + Co KG , Mancalamaro , MEBO Games , Morapiaf
- Illustration Daniel Lieske
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In The Mysterious Forest, 2 to 4 players help the young boy Jonas navigate a magical forest inspired by Daniel Lieske's graphic novel The Wormworld Saga. The game unfolds in three phases: memorizing needed equipment, rolling dice to gather it, and using the equipment to cross the forest. Success requires teamwork and good memory skills.
Who Is This Game For?
This is a family game aimed at children aged 6 and up. Its simple rules and short playtime of about 25 minutes make it ideal for families and beginners with no prior experience needed. The cooperative aspect helps young players engage together.
How It Works
Combining Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, and Memory mechanics, players first memorize equipment on forest cards. Then they roll dice to collect these items for Jonas's backpack. Finally, they flip the forest cards and use the equipment to progress, aiming to reach the last card before running out of resources.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Carlo A. Rossi, The Mysterious Forest was nominated for the Kinderspiel des Jahres in 2017 and recommended as a children's hit by Spiel der Spiele. Its blend of memory and dice mechanics in a cooperative setting makes it stand out among children's games.
Awards
2017
2017
Pro
- Encourages teamwork through cooperative play
- Short playtime suitable for children
- Unique mix of memory and dice rolling mechanics
- 2017 Kinderspiel des Jahres nominee
Contra
- Only for 2 to 4 players
- Mechanics are simple for experienced gamers
- Age recommendation limits appeal for older players
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in a magical forest world, players guide young Jonas through a fantasy landscape after he enters a magical painting. The theme is child-friendly and inspired by a graphic novel.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on memorizing the equipment carefully and communicate with your team to make the best use of your dice rolls.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, The Mysterious Forest is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 25 minutes, making it quick and accessible.
What prior experience do I need?
No prior experience is needed; the game is family-friendly and easy to learn.
How does this compare to similar games?
It uniquely combines cooperative gameplay with memory and dice rolling, tailored for children aged 6 and up.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is specifically designed as a family game for young children and their parents.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Cooperative Game, Dice Rolling, and Memory mechanics creates a distinctive experience.
Fazit
The Mysterious Forest is highly recommended for families with young children seeking a quick, cooperative memory game. More experienced players may find it too simple, but it fits its target audience well.
