Hamlet!

A game by Mike Young, Mike Young

3 - 8 Players 45 minutes Medium

Action Points, Hidden Victory Points, Once-Per-Game Abilities, Paper-and-Pencil

Card Game

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Description

Hamlet is a strategic card game that puts a satirical spin on Shakespeare's classic tale. Players take on the role of characters from the play, each with their own secret ending in mind. The goal is to manipulate the events of the story to favor your own outcome, using a combination of action points and once-per-game abilities to influence the game's progression. With hidden victory points and the potential for multiple winners, every game is a unique and unpredictable experience. In just 45 minutes, 3 to 8 players can dive into the world of Hamlet and start scheming their way to victory. The game's normal complexity makes it easy for experienced board game players to pick up, and the paper-and-pencil mechanics add a fun and interactive twist. Whether you're a fan of Shakespeare or just looking for a fun and strategic card game, Hamlet is definitely worth checking out.