AsmodeeMysterium Board Game - Enigmatic Cooperative Mystery Game with Ghostly Intrigue, Family Fun for Kids & Adults, Ages 10+, 2-7 Players, 42 Minute PlaytimeThe Forest Stewardship Council

The game is great, which is why I want to add a five star review. It's beautiful, and fun to play. It's Clue with psychics, a little more thought, and some rules you can take or leave depending on how complicated you want to make the game.My complaint is that I received this game opened. This was 100% NOT a new game. All the cardboard had been punched out, all the cards unwrapped. The cards were bent, and there was some dinging along the cards and the cardboard bits. The cards were also curved as though they'd been shuffled with a little too much force. It took me forever to sit down and organize everything and make sure I had all the parts. If they're going to re-send already opened boxes, they could at least make a baggie for the cardboard bits, or put some plastic back around the cards.Fortunately, I did receive everything, but it was so badly packaged that some of it had slipped between the plastic packing organizer and the bottom of the box, which meant I was annoyed for a lot longer than I needed to be.

We bought this to play with me, my husband and our 8-year-old daughter for Halloween during the COVID lockdowns. We loved it and have played several times since!The game pieces are beautiful and very nice/sturdy quality. They definitely feel like they live up to the price of the game. I also really love that everything has a particular place in the box, so you can put everything back very neatly -- which helps keep the pieces in beautiful condition, and avoids the frustration of figuring out how to cram it all back in and shut the box.The instruction book is very detailed (which I actually love!), and will take some time to read all the way through. The only person who really needs to read it though is the "ghost". Their role is the most complicated, but still not hard once you've played it through once. There are also a lot of variations on how to play for different sized groups, or to make it more challenging. So far we've only played with three of us. And we did modify the gameplay a little to make it easier for our 8-year-old.The game is sort of like Clue in that you need to figure out the who, where, and how of someone's death. In this case the "ghost's" death. One player plays the ghost, and they are not allowed to speak at all during the game. They communicate through giving other players cards with these really random images on them. The players need to use those cards to try to interpret what the ghost is trying to signal to them. They could be trying to tip the players off with the colors in the card, or some shape, or a particular image or theme. It might be that the person they're trying to help ID is wearing a hat and there's a person wearing a hat in their card. Maybe the location was in the kitchen and there is food somewhere on the card. The thing is there's a ton of other stuff on each card too, so it can be very easy to misinterpret what the ghost is trying to communicate. And the ghost isn't supposed to give any facial expression or other indication of whether you're on the right track until the end of the turn when they merely confirm or deny your guess.We have played it with all three of us being the ghost at different times. It is really interesting (and challenging) to have to get into the mind of the person playing the ghost and try to interpret what they might think is meaningful. Even "worse" the other players can talk to each other, and even help each other try to interpret it. Which sometimes helps you figure it out, and other times you're sitting there as the ghost thinking "don't listen to him! He's wrong, and you were on the right track!" but you can't say anything. Which keeps it interesting and engaging no matter what your role.The game has endless playability, especially if you change up the players. After a while, you can start to get a sense of what kinds of clues certain players tend to focus on (for instance, my daughter focuses a lot more on the colors or bigger images, whereas my husband gets ridiculously nuanced). But even then, we love playing it, and every game is different.

New in shrink in perfect condition love to of fun to play good quality and really cool design.

I recently played the Mysterium Board Game for a family game night, and it quickly became a favorite! Combining elements of mystery, cooperation, and a touch of ghostly intrigue, this game delivers a unique and engaging experience. Here’s my detailed review:**Gameplay & Mechanics:**Mysterium is a cooperative game where one player takes on the role of a ghost, and the others are psychic investigators trying to solve a murder mystery. The ghost communicates with the psychics using beautifully illustrated cards as visions, which the players must interpret to identify the suspect, location, and weapon. The mechanics are easy to understand but offer plenty of depth, making each session feel fresh and challenging.**Theme & Components:**The theme of Mysterium is what really sets it apart. The ghostly storyline paired with the stunning artwork creates an immersive experience. The cards are gorgeous, filled with surreal and dreamlike imagery that sparks creativity and conversation. The components, including the ghost screen and tokens, are high-quality and enhance the overall gameplay.**Player Experience:**With 2-7 players, the game scales well for different group sizes. While the cooperative aspect makes it fun for families, it’s also great for friends or casual gamers. The communication and deduction involved encourage teamwork and creativity, and it’s especially satisfying when the group solves the mystery together.**Playtime & Replayability:**At around 45 minutes per game, Mysterium strikes the perfect balance between being engaging without overstaying its welcome. The variability in cards and different combinations of suspects, locations, and weapons ensure excellent replayability. No two games feel exactly the same.**Ages & Accessibility:**The game is recommended for ages 10+, which feels accurate. Younger players might need some help interpreting the abstract clues, but it’s a great game to involve the whole family in a cooperative experience.**Overall Impressions:****Mysterium** is a must-have for board game enthusiasts who enjoy immersive, cooperative games with a strong theme. It combines beautiful components, intuitive gameplay, and plenty of replayability to keep things fun and engaging. Perfect for family game nights or gatherings with friends!**Rating: 5/5**A beautifully crafted, cooperative mystery game that delivers an unforgettable experience every time!