Read lots of reviews before buying this and agree with the positive reviews. This is perfect for 9-10 year olds. We watched a Youtube video to see how to set it up because I just learn better that way than reading the instructions but I think the instructions are sufficient for most adults. I was a little confused from reading only the instructions which deck I was supposed to be removing 12 cards from to begin with but I got it when I watched the Youtube video. (There are lots out there from which to pick btw.)
My 10 year old could not figure out how to play it by reading the instructions herself so kids probably will need an adult to explain it and play it a few times before leaving them to play with other kids their age.
Well thought-out game. After playing it twice, I started pointing out to my daughter about probability and risks/chance and she started catching onto this concept little by little so I do think this game is accurate in stating that it teaches probability.
We have never played the previous game that others referred to in other reviews so I can't attest to the game that was prior to this one for younger players.
Yes, this game is totally fun with just 2 people! Sometimes games say 2-4 players and then just aren't as fun with 2, but this one is just as fun with 2 as it would be with 3-4 players. Younger siblings (ages 6-7) could play along with assistance from an adult also, and I think, still have fun with it.
My only suggestion for improvement is tweaking the written instructions for setting up the game (which deck was which) but again, this may have just been me not learning well from reading, to be fair.
One more thing- the length of time it takes to complete the game is also spot on for this age group. We played 2 games and I would say it was between 40-50 mins for each one- and that's partly because we are beginners and had to refer back to the instructions several times to check that we were following them correctly.
Glad I bought this! I usually buy second hand games from Goodwill or yard sales so this was a little on the expensive side for me but I think it's worth the money!
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| Product Dimensions | 8 x 7 x 2 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 14.1 ounces |
| Country of Origin | China |
| ASIN | B00UB7OV7K |
| Item model number | CSG-DRAGONW |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 - 15 years |
| Best Sellers Rank | #15,849 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #466 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Release date | April 17, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Ceaco |
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Games for the Infinitely Imaginative
Gamewright was founded in 1994 by four parents whose kids wanted great games. From the start, our mission has remained clear: Create the highest quality family games with outstanding play-value. Guided by themes and experiences that transcend age and salted with a bit of irreverence, our games are designed to foster laughter, learning, friendship and fun.
Over the years our family has grown to over 150 games and countless happy players. The thousands of letters we receive from kids, parents, grandparents, and teachers tell us our hearts are in the right place. Thank you for inviting us into your home and for playing with Gamewright!
Awesome game, incredibly fun, the whole family loves it!
We purchased this game for Christmas and haven't stopped playing it yet. We love games and find this one to be among the best for our family. Our children are 8, 10, 12 and easily picked up and enjoy the game. Our first go round the 8 year old was the only one who has read the instructions and taught the rest of us. Through playing that first game, we were able to refine his interpretation by reviewing the rules and playing more accurately, but it was a great developing tool for him to attempt to figure it out and teach us. Though it says up to four players, we've played with more and don't see any detriment to the game with 5. I highly recommend this game, have fun!
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mulimed kunReviewed in France on December 1, 2021
Ce jeu est vraiment génial. Ma fille de 6 ans se débrouille plutôt bien.
Style: Board GameVerified Purchase - "masterofalllivingthings"Reviewed in Australia on August 21, 2020
Great family game
Style: Board GameVerified Purchase - Kindle CustomerReviewed in India on March 25, 2021
Fantastic buy!
Style: Board GameVerified Purchase - Djilly L.Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 13, 2020
Get that dragon
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To my surprise, and delight, my young children (6 and 9 years old) are very much into Dungeon and Dragons. Just the mention of it gets them even more excited than the Playstation - which is quite commendable in this digital- and streaming age. However even the basic and standard versions of this game are time-consuming to play. So I was on thelookout for related games with dragons, hero’s and dice that can also be taken along easily on our frequent holidays.Djilly L.Get that dragon
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 13, 2020
Dragonwood is more a dice game than role playing, but the fantasy element is there. To start with, it is a very nicely illustrated its a visually appealing card game, that seems to be of reasonably good quality and is presented very well.
It took a small effort to learn the rules and to explain this to the children. But they could swiftly play along.
The average games takes us between 15 and twenty minutes, though there is a wide variation - a game might only take a small amount of time in case a dragon shows up early or if you end up with a strong set of cards.
It can be played by 2 to 4 players. It’s for 8-year and older however our youngest, that we generally pull along in more complex games, had little problem playing it.
In essence, its a card combination game; you collect series of adventurer cards to be able to throw the dice to battle creatures. This in turn wins you points. The aim is to collect the most point value through these creature cards.
A wide range of standard fantasy foes is included; goblins, fire- ants, trolls, ogres. There are a few types of cards that you can win by using card combinations of dice throws; ‘Enchantment cards’ can be helpful while ‘event cards’ throw up unexpected events. There are cards that support you with one of the three types of attack, this upgrading has some roleplaying elements. In particular given that one of the challenges is to decide when to play such cards.
So this game proved very popular with my children although it took a few practice rounds to get them to grips with it. At the start we always made sure to work from the summary cards. We’ve played it very frequently now. And the children love to introduce it to their friends and cousins.
It’s a good, thoughtful game that demands a fair bit of engagement. I quite like the fact that it forces children to consider strategic options and to think about chances/probabilities. While it forces you to train your memory skills. It's simply FUN to play and even more important is that it allows families and friends to have a good time together. All this combined makes it very good value for money.
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