UFO Farmer (2014) Board Game

UFO Farmer is a board game released in 2014 by Granna. Designed by Helmut Ast and featuring artwork by Piotr Socha, this game combines elements of animals and science fiction in a unique and engaging way. With a playtime of around 30 minutes and suitable for players aged 6 and up, UFO Farmer offers a fun and accessible gaming experience for families and friends.

Game Components of UFO Farmer

Tokens representing horses, cows, sheep, rabbits, and wolves

Spaceships (all identical)

Bases for the spaceships

How To Setup UFO Farmer

To set up the game, place the animal tokens in the middle of the table. Each player has a set of identical spaceships that they will place over these animals during the game.

Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective

Objective: Collect sets of animals by memorizing which spaceship is placed over which animal.

Gameplay Steps:
– Players place their spaceships over the animal tokens.
– Spaceships are placed in a stepwise fashion until all players have placed all their spaceships.
– Players then retrieve their spaceships, which can include choosing another player’s spaceship if they believe it holds the desired animal.
– Players reveal the animals they have collected and can keep two animals if they have three of the same kind, or one animal if they have three different species. No animals can be kept if they have two of the same kind and one different animal.
– Wolves are special tokens that always escape but can be useful if a player collects animals of three different species, including a wolf.

Player Experience

UFO Farmer is a light-hearted game that combines memory and strategy. Players must remember which spaceships they placed and where, while also trying to outmaneuver their opponents by choosing the right spaceships to retrieve. The game is simple enough for children to enjoy but challenging enough to keep adults engaged.

Pros

Family Friendly: Suitable for ages 6 and up.

Engaging Mechanics: Combines memory and set collection in a unique way.

Short Playing Time: Games last only about 30 minutes.

Simple to Learn: Easy to understand rules make it accessible to new players.

Cons

Luck Factor: The game involves a significant amount of luck, especially with the placement and retrieval of spaceships.

Limited Depth: The game may not offer enough complexity for experienced gamers.

Wolf Tokens: While wolves add an interesting twist, they can also be frustrating if they are the only option left.

Personal Thoughts on UFO Farmer

UFO Farmer is ideal for families or casual gamers looking for a light, fun experience. It is particularly good for children who enjoy memory games, as it helps develop their memory skills in a playful manner. However, it may not be the best choice for gamers seeking more complex or strategic gameplay.

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