Tintenherz
- Designer Klaus Teuber
- Publisher KOSMOS
- Illustration Cornelia Funke , Franz Vohwinkel , Imelda Vohwinkel
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Tintenherz, players work together against the Shadow and his master Capricorn by finding words from letters visible on the board. Each successful word moves the heroine Meggie closer to victory. The game captures the atmosphere of Cornelia Funke's children's book ‚Inkheart‘ through cooperative dice rolling and word-finding mechanics.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for families and children aged 10 and up, suitable for 2 to 6 players. With a duration of about 40 minutes, it is a light family game requiring no prior experience, perfect for casual gamers and kids.
How It Works
Players cooperate to find words composed only of letters visible on a 5x5 grid. Dice rolling and roll-and-move mechanics advance either Meggie or Capricorn on the board. Correct answers move Meggie forward; incorrect ones advance Capricorn. This dynamic creates tension in a cooperative setting.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Klaus Teuber of ‚Settlers of Catan‘ fame, Tintenherz is a literature-based family game nominated in 2007 for the Kinderspielexperten award for ages 8 to 13. Its unique blend of cooperative play, word finding, and dice mechanics stands out in Kosmos' ‚Books: Inkworld‘ series.
Pro
- Cooperative gameplay for shared experience
- Word-finding mechanic encourages creativity
- Short game duration (~40 minutes)
- Designed by Klaus Teuber ensures quality
Contra
- Not playable solo (2-6 players required)
- Simple mechanics geared towards families
- Limited strategic depth
Setting & Atmosphäre
Based on Cornelia Funke's fantasy novel ‚Inkheart‘, the game revolves around the battle against the Shadow and his master Capricorn in a magical book world.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on finding suitable words together using all visible letters on the board.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Tintenherz is designed for 2 to 6 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 40 minutes, suitable for shorter play sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
It is a family game with simple rules, so no prior experience is necessary.
How does this compare to similar games?
Tintenherz uniquely combines cooperative play, word finding, and dice mechanics based on a popular novel.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is suitable for children aged 10 and up and ideal for family play.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its combination of cooperative gameplay, dice rolling, and word finding on a 5x5 grid.
Fazit
Tintenherz offers a faithful adaptation of the novel into a cooperative word game for families with children 10 and older. Recommended for players who enjoy simple rules and teamwork.
