Red Carpet
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- Designer Anna Lucini Canals , Pau Moré Gómez , Eloi Pujadas
- Publisher Devir
- Illustration Albert Monteys
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What to Expect
You play as photographers on the red carpet aiming for the best portrait shots as celebrities parade by. Players place their smartphone on pedestals around the board to take photos; the app scores images based on criteria like facing direction, foreground/background and advertising. Anonymous bystanders add noise to compositions, and players also vote for award winners, which can double the value of winners' portraits during the ceremony.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for families and casual-to-enthusiast groups who enjoy thematic, hybrid games. Recommended for 2–4 players, age 8+, and about 45 minutes playtime. Some familiarity with app-hybrid games is helpful but not required.
How It Works
Core mechanics include Hand Management, Moving Multiple Units and Track Movement. Players play cards to place tripods in the press area and move characters along the red carpet to set up shots. The smartphone on a pedestal acts as the camera and the app evaluates photos to award or deduct points. Voting mechanics influence award outcomes and thereby change the scoring impact of certain portraits at the ceremony.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Anna Lucini Canals, Pau Moré Gómez and Eloi Pujadas, Red Carpet uses a digital hybrid approach (App/Website Required) to turn physical board positions into scored photographs. The merge of hand management and positional tactics with app evaluation distinguishes it from pure analog placement games.
Pro
- True hybrid: app/website is an active part of gameplay
- Strong theme: photographers at a Hollywood awards ceremony
- Tactical depth from Hand Management and positioning
- Compact playtime (~45 minutes)
Contra
- Requires smartphone/tablet and pedestals — extra setup
- Theme and hybrid format may not suit all strategy players
Setting & atmosphere
Set during a Hollywood awards gala, the game focuses on photographers capturing portraits on the red carpet. Photo composition elements like angle, foreground and background advertising shape decisions.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on tripod placement and learning the app's scoring criteria before pursuing complex combos.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No. The game is designed for 2–4 players.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 45 minutes; allow a bit more time for app setup.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic experience with card-driven actions helps; prior app-hybrid experience is useful but not mandatory.
How does this compare to similar games?
Red Carpet combines digital photo scoring with Hand Management and Track Movement, setting it apart from purely analog positioning games.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes. With a minimum age of 8 it suits family groups, though the app setup requires some technical comfort.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Hand Management with Moving Multiple Units and Track Movement, plus app-based photo evaluation.
Fazit
A good pick if you want a compact, thematic hybrid experience that mixes tactical positioning with digital scoring. Best for groups comfortable with a device-driven setup.
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