Yum Yum Island
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- Designer Laurent Escoffier
- Publisher Space Cow
- Illustration Julien Loïs
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What to Expect
In Yum Yum Island, players become pelicans feeding hungry animals on an island. Wearing a blindfold, players must place food tokens matching the animals' vegetarian or meat needs into their mouths. A die roll sets the difficulty and grants teammates the chance to offer advice or assistance. The challenge lies in accurately feeding animals without seeing, while competing against a giant trying to take the food first.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets families and children aged 6 and up. It is an accessible family game with short rounds around 20 minutes. No prior experience is required due to simple rules and cooperative gameplay that encourages teamwork.
How It Works
Yum Yum Island uses Cooperative Game and Pick-up and Deliver mechanics. Each round, a player rolls a die to determine difficulty, dons a blindfold, and blindly picks up food tokens to feed animals. Other players may give hints or help depending on the die result. Incorrect or dropped food goes to the giant. The goal is to feed animals before the giant fills his belly.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Laurent Escoffier, Yum Yum Island was nominated for the 2020 As d'Or - Jeu de l'Année Enfant and won the Palme d'Or for Best Educational Game. Its unique use of blindfolds combined with dice-driven assistance distinguishes it from other cooperative children's games.
Awards
2020
- 2020 Palme d'Or for Best Educational Game — Nominated
Pro
- Cooperative gameplay encourages teamwork
- Short playtime of about 20 minutes
- Unique use of blindfold components
- Suitable for children aged 6 and up
Contra
- Limited depth for experienced players
- No solo mode available
- Simple rules with minimal strategic variety
Setting & atmosphere
Set on an island inhabited by hungry animals, players act as pelicans feeding them before a giant consumes the food. The theme is a whimsical animal world without historical context.
Tips for beginners
Focus on team communication and use teammates' advice to improve your blindfolded moves.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No, Yum Yum Island is designed for 2 to 5 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game lasts about 20 minutes, allowing for quick and fun rounds.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is suitable for children aged 6 and up and requires no prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Yum Yum Island combines cooperative pick-up and deliver mechanics with blindfolds and dice, making it unique.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is specifically designed as a family game for children aged 6 and older.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Cooperative Game and Pick-up and Deliver with blindfold components is central to the experience.
Fazit
Yum Yum Island is recommended for families with young children seeking quick cooperative fun. It is less suited for players looking for complex strategy.
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