Wonder Book
- Designer Martino Chiacchiera , Michele Piccolini
- Publisher DV Games , 999 Games , ABACUSSPIELE , Broadway Toys LTD , MINDOK
- Illustration Dario Cestaro , Miguel Coimbra
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Wonder Book, 1-4 players take on the roles of adventurous teenagers exploring a magical world through an interactive 3D pop-up book. The game unfolds over six chapters, each with a deck of cards containing story, rules, and challenges. Players move, fight, collect magic sparks, and solve puzzles together in a cooperative campaign where teamwork is essential.
Who Is This Game For?
Wonder Book suits hobby gamers and families with children aged 10 and up who enjoy cooperative narrative adventures lasting about 90 minutes. The core mechanics are accessible for beginners, though some patience is needed to progress through chapters. A solo mode makes it playable alone.
How It Works
Players use Action Points each turn to move, fight, use special skills, or interact with the pop-up book. After players act, a Wyrm card dictates enemy moves and events. The game progresses through goal cards per chapter, revealing new parts of the 3D pop-up environment and challenges. Dice Rolling and event cards add variety to gameplay.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Martino Chiacchiera and Michele Piccolini, Wonder Book won the 2022 Spiel der Spiele Game of the Year. It stands out by combining a cooperative campaign with a unique 3D pop-up book board. It belongs to the Dungeon Crawler family, blending dice rolling, events, and action point mechanics.
Awards
2022
Pro
- Cooperative adventure for 1-4 players including solo mode
- Unique 3D pop-up book as the game board
- Multiple scenarios with varied challenges
- Winner of the 2022 Spiel der Spiele Game of the Year
Contra
- 90-minute playtime requires commitment
- Complexity may be high for younger children
- Some learning curve for game mechanics
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in Oniria, a world of an ancient dragon civilization filled with wonders and thriving wilderness, accessible through the magical Wonder Book.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to explore each chapter and mechanics gradually, and focus on strong teamwork.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, Wonder Book includes a solo mode for single players.
How long does a game really take?
A session lasts about 90 minutes, including setup and explanation.
What prior experience do I need?
Suitable for hobby gamers; basic knowledge of cooperative games helps.
How does this compare to similar games?
Wonder Book combines a cooperative campaign with a unique 3D pop-up book board.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, recommended for ages 10+, with moderate complexity.
What mechanic makes it special?
Its blend of Action Points, Dice Rolling, and campaign play within a pop-up book.
Fazit
Wonder Book is recommended for players seeking cooperative story-driven adventures with innovative pop-up design. It's ideal for patient gamers who enjoy campaign-style gameplay.
