The Mind

We bring it to the bar/breweries for something simple to do while we grab drinks. It's fun and can be quick. It's easy to throw in a purse and it takes up minimal table space. There "technically" isn't supposed to be any talking about the game while playing so you can play without having to worry about a loud environment or having to put 100% focus on the game. It is challenging to make it all the way through but it's not complicated and it's easy to learn. You all work together for the common goal. Each group of people you play with will feel different as you learn each other's strategy.

Terrific game. Ultra simple idea, easy to learn, surprisingly engaging for all ages. A big hit at two recent family gatherings. Highly recommended. Message to the game’s designer(s) regarding simple but needed improvements to the cards and to the box/case: 1. It’s a little too easy to mis-read the numbers on the cards. (I assume/hope that is not intentional). For a game where timing and speed can be crucial, the cards’ numbers could be presented more clearly. Maybe make the cards two-toned so that the numbers are ‘standing’ on a darker (‘ground’) color with a lighter (‘sky’) background color behind/above? And/or perhaps make the ‘ground’ slightly curved so the individual numerals (in a two digit number) are ‘leaning’ slightly away from the centerline of the card? Anything that helps one quickly orient the numbers correctly with just a quick glance = right side up. 2. The box is the ‘wrong’ size.* - The game ‘equipment’ is effectively just a deck of 100+ cards. The box’s shape/size is designed to hold 2 half-decks side-by-side. But two half decks do not stay separated in the box. The cards tend to ‘mingle’ in the box creating a bulge in the middle - or at one end - stressing the already weak seams (see below). A simpler box size/shape that just holds all 100+ cards in a single stack would be much better (IMHO) and easier to use. 3. The paper/cardboard box is too flimsy. Will not last.* - The box I received in the mail already seemed a bit ‘shop worn.’ Seams started to tear after just two days of use. - Single cards also easily slip out of the closed box through the gaps at the ends. - After day 2, I needed to cello-tape the box’s weak seems (and I taped one end permanently closed) - A simple plastic(?) case with a robust lid/latch would be a much better choice. I’m searching for one now to replace the box the game comes in. - An additional ‘nicety’ (not necessity) would be to provide a separate ‘pocket’ in the box/case for the dozen or so non-number cards to keep them separated from the main deck of 100 numbered ‘play’ cards. *refers to the “Pandasaurus” (N American) edition. Not sure if the NSV (Europe) box is similar.

Easy to learn, quick game play. Near impossible to win--but that's half the fun!

If I was just reviewing the game, I’d give it five stars. But the packaging for the game is SO BAD that it inspired me to leave a review on its own. The game is a very fun, challenging, easy to grasp game, whether you’re playing two player or multiple players. The box that the game comes in, however, is SO FLIMSY that after only just a couple of plays through, it started falling apart. So we bought the game again, solely for the packaging to get a box that wouldn’t allow the cards to fall out and splay everywhere if you even touch it, and after just two plays of the game, the cardbox is already falling apart again. I’m going and buying a plastic card case for the game because the box and packaging are the flimsiest I’ve ever seen. Great game, please invest in packaging that doesn’t immediately fall apart when you breathe on it.

Summary: unique filler game, good value for the price, easy to learn, decent replay value with different groups, can be made into a party game This is one of the most uniquely fun yet simple games I've ever played! Let me just start by saying that I already played this game around 20 times with different groups in a few days after I first bought it. The premise is simple and in the description, but we perhaps spent more time discussing what was NOT allowed then what was allowed. Basically, the less communication of any sort your group uses, the more magical the result will be. This game is VERY easy to pick up, but each game with a new group is unique, as part of the fun is watching how a group begins to "meld" their minds and succeed. It is best played with 4 players in my opinion, for a good balance of challenge and fun. (It's fun to see how different people think and adapt.) After a few plays, you will get a feel of how to iron out some rules. Some important ones I now decide beforehand are what limits to put on nonverbal communication, and how to use the shurikens. (We usually decide that after using one, play resumes from the last card put in the middle and NOT any of the revealed cards. Also we didn't allow any signaling to the revealed cards. They were simply out of the game but visible to all.) There is a "blind" mode that adds extra fun and makes it that much more satisfying when you succeed. Cards are played face down, and you only see how well you did after all cards are played. We did actually try modified rules to add more people, even up to ~15 players once! It was still fun in different ways. From looking at the table and playtesting though, the total cards should not exceed 40 (mid 30's max is better), otherwise it will be too easy. Overall, this is a purchase I do not regret one bit. It has already brought many hours of fun with many different people, as all sorts of people can get into this game. The current price of just below $9 is lower than what I got it for, and an instant buy in my opinion to those who like any sort of group games.

I went to visit some family in Florida and they had this game. We played it and played it and I just had to buy it for myself! This is extremely fun and hilarious as you try to figure out who is supposed to drop the next card. The rules are there for you to read and the constant silent freak outs as everyone tries to figure out the next move is hilarious. The design is good and easy to understand. This can be a quick game or can take maybe 30 mins to an hour to finish all levels. Shuffling is just like all other cards, you win or lose it lol

If you're looking for something easy to learn and dont want a competitive game this is game for you and your friends! Its co-operative you all win or you all lose! Also its just like a deck a card so its small and easy to bring anywhere you go!

The game itself is a "hit" with our family! It took about 15 minutes to learn how to play (and the first three rounds were face-up cards as a learning aid). It was a lot of fun to play. It felt like each player was staring into the eyes of the other players trying to read minds so that they would know when to play their next card. After the first full game we all felt like we "knew" each of the other players better and the gameplay went somewhat faster, BUT...there were also more mistakes that were made. Each mistake cost one "life"...spend the three lives before the last round is finished and the game is lost. This caused each of the players to "root" for each other, which is exactly what a "cooperative" game like this one is meant to do! BUT...that's where my accolades end. The gameplay is wonderful, but the physical quality of the cards couldn't be poorer. The cards are very thin and made of cardstock that is about the thickness of a normal 3x5 index card. There is no coating on the cards. They crease very easily. During the initial shuffling of the cards there were at least 5 cards that had bent corners and had other creases in them. Wherever there was a crease or bent corner the "bend" or "crease" is white in color. The cards are all black, so when a crease occurs the white crease line stands out greatly. This is the reason that I could not give this game a solid 5-star rating all around.

Excelente juego, es adictivo y más dificil de lo que parece

Fast delivery and the game was full thanks ❤️

誰かと競うのではなく、全員で協力してクリアを目指すスタイルはとても楽しい。 100枚のカードを1ターンごとに混ぜなければいけないので、手の大きい人か、器用な人がいると助かる。 数回繰り返すと、クリアレベルが上がっていくことを実感できる。 100までの数字を確実に数えられる年齢であれば参加できる。 UNOと同等のケースなので持ち運びもラク。

A pretty intriguing and minimalist game. Not sure if I will ever reach level 12!

Bought as part of a gift and the new owner was addicted in no time