Los Mampfos (2006) Board Game

Los Mampfos is a children’s memory game that was released in in 2006. It is designed by Rüdiger Dorn and Maja Dorn, with artwork by Gabriela Silveira. The game is published by Gigamic and falls under the categories of animals, children’s game, and memory. Los Mampfos is suitable for players aged 6 and above and can accommodate 2 to 5 players, with the optimum number being 3 to 4 players.

Game Components of Los Mampfos

5 Hippo figures

15 Wooden balls

1 Starting disc

1 Die

How To Setup Los Mampfos

Place the starting disc in the center of the table.

Put the wooden balls in the center of the table within reach of all players.

Each player chooses a color and takes all the wooden balls of that color.

Place the hippos around the starting disc.

Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective

Players take turns rolling the die and trying to feed the wooden balls to the hippos based on the color rolled. The hippos will “eat” the balls by pushing down on their tails. The objective of the game is to be the first player to get rid of all your balls.

Player Experience

Pros

Simple and easy to learn for children

Cute and colorful components

Encourages memory and hand-eye coordination skills

Cons

Limited replay value for older players

Can be too simplistic for adults

Game components may not hold up well over time

Personal Thoughts on Los Mampfos

As a parent, I appreciate the simplicity and educational value of Los Mampfos for younger children. The game is well-designed for its target audience and can provide hours of entertainment. However, for older players or adults, the game may lack depth and challenge. The build quality of the components is decent, but they may not withstand heavy use. In terms of pricing and availability, Los Mampfos is reasonably priced for what it offers, and it can be found both new and used.

In terms of alternatives and similar games, there are plenty of memory games on the market that may offer a more engaging experience for older players. Overall, Los Mampfos is worth considering for families with young children or for educators looking for a fun and educational game. Older players or those seeking a more challenging experience may want to skip this one.

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