Scotland Yard
A game by Michael Schacht, Manfred Burggraf, Dorothy Garrels, Wolf Hoermann, Fritz Ifland, Werner Scheerer, Werner Schlegel
2 - 6 Players 45 minutes Low
Hidden Movement, Point to Point Movement, Secret Unit Deployment, Team-Based Game
Deduction, Travel
Description
In Scotland Yard, one player takes on the role of Mr. X, a sneaky criminal navigating the streets of London by taxi, bus, or subway. The other players team up as detectives, working together to track down Mr. X and catch him in the act. The twist is that while the detectives know how Mr. X is moving around, they only get glimpses of his exact location, making it a thrilling game of cat and mouse. With easy-to-learn rules and a playtime of just 45 minutes, Scotland Yard is a fun and accessible game for 2 to 6 players. The game's hidden movement and secret unit deployment mechanics add an extra layer of excitement, as detectives must use their deduction skills to outsmart Mr. X and close in on his location. Whether you're a fan of travel or deduction games, Scotland Yard is a classic game that's sure to provide hours of entertainment.
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