Mice To Meet You (2019) Board Game

Mice To Meet You is a card game designed by Alisa Menges and published in in 2019. The game revolves around cute mice characters and involves dice rolling and hand management mechanics. It is suitable for players aged 8 and above and can accommodate 1 to 5 players.

Game Components of Mice To Meet You

5 card decks, each with numbers 1 to 18

2 red dice and 3 yellow dice

15 brown acorn tokens (“Nüsschen”)

Cards with wrenching rules and cute mouse themes

How To Setup Mice To Meet You

To set up the game, each player receives a card deck and lays out the cards with the numbers 6, 9, 12, and 15 face up. These cards have yellow and/or red dice symbols on them. Three acorn tokens are placed in the center of the table for each player, and the rest are set aside.

Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective

Game Mechanics: Dice Rolling, Hand Management

Objective: The goal is to have the fewest points at the end of the game.

Gameplay:
– The starting player rolls all five dice and sums the numbers on the two red dice. They can choose to add the results of one, two, or all the yellow dice.
– The player can lay down a card corresponding to the total sum or flip over one of their face-up cards, which then cannot be used again.
– Other players use the unused yellow dice to lay down or flip cards. If a player uses the starting player’s dice, the starting player receives an acorn token.
– Acorn tokens can adjust the dice sum by 1.
– The game ends when the card with the number 6 is flipped over, and players sum their remaining cards to determine the winner.

Player Experience

Mice To Meet You offers a dynamic experience with the use of acorn tokens, but it can become confusing, especially with younger children. The game requires careful management of which dice can be used by each player, leading to potential chaos in family games. The material quality is satisfactory, and the mouse theme is appealing, though it may lose its charm quickly.

Pros

Solo Variant: The game includes a solo mode that is more puzzle-like and often more enjoyable than the main game.

Dynamic Gameplay: The acorn tokens add a strategic layer to the game.

Family-Friendly: Designed for players aged 8 and above.

Cons

Complexity with Younger Players: The rules and dice management can be confusing for children.

Limited Appeal for Adults: The game may not be engaging enough for adult-only game sessions.

Potential for Chaos: Managing which dice are available for each player can lead to chaotic gameplay.

Personal Thoughts on Mice To Meet You

Mice To Meet You is best suited for families with older children who can manage the game’s complexity. While it offers a unique blend of dice rolling and card management, it may not be the best choice for adult game nights or for very young children due to its potential for confusion and chaos. The solo variant, however, is a pleasant surprise and could be enjoyed by players looking for a quick puzzle-like experience.

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