A board game box labeled "TRAVEL GAMES TO GO" with the title "THIN ICE" from Pressman. An illustration of a penguin in a top hat and bow tie is beside a dome-shaped game with marbles on top and the warning "Don't let your marble flip the iceberg!" A Walmart price tag shows $5.97, and a warning label indicates a choking hazard for children under 3 years.
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Thin Ice (1989)

ByMichail

Thin Ice

“Thin Ice” is a board game produced in 1989 by the Pressman Toy Corporation. The game was invented by Denise Heimrich and licensed by Robert Fuhrer and Nextoy, LLC. The objective of the game is to place as many wet marbles as possible on a tissue, simulating thin ice, before it breaks and releases the marbles.

Why is Thin Ice Popular?

Thin Ice is a popular game because it is a time-tested classic that has been enjoyed by generations of children. The game is simple to learn and plays well with a group of friends or family members. It is also a good example of an interesting premise, as it combines dexterity and strategy in a unique way.

Game Components of Thin Ice

The game includes:
– 1 Igloo Game Base
– 3 Legs
– 2 Hoops
– 48 Marbles
– Giant Tweezers
– Tissues
– Complete Instructions

Game Setup of Thin Ice

Place the Igloo Game Base on a flat surface. Attach the legs to the base. Place the two hoops on the base. Fill the water channel with water. Each player takes a turn using the tweezers to pick up a marble from the water channel and place it on the tissue.

Gameplay Mechanics of Thin Ice

Players take turns using the tweezers to pick up a marble from the water channel and place it on top of a tissue that is suspended above the gameboard. The goal is to avoid breaking the tissue. Whichever player places the marble that breaks the tissue receives a letter. When a player has received three letters, they are eliminated from the game, and the last player remaining wins.

Game Objective of Thin Ice

The objective of the game is to avoid breaking the tissue by placing marbles on it without causing it to break.

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Michail, a seasoned tabletop enthusiast, dives headfirst into worlds of fantasy and strategy. Whether commanding a party of adventurers through perilous dungeons or engaging in tactical showdowns on the board, Michail is the maestro of the tabletop realm. Michail's gaming table is a realm where the clatter of dice and the shuffle of cards create a symphony of strategic chaos.

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Preferred Game: Dungeons & Dragons, but always up for a board game brawl