Can a creative mind expand the game to 12? Suggestions?
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Not really... Unless you want to rewrite the whole script and add in that many more characters.
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You need 2 players. The more players will limit the players on options. Each player is dealt 7 cards and the rest as the draw pile. I would say 2 to 4 players to make the game more interesting.
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The box says 8 and up and that's probably about right for how old you would have to be to understand the rules and scoring of the game, but there's enough depth that my group (all computer programmers in our 30s and 40s) can still play several quick games on our lunch break and have a good time. You can find a whole lot more information about the game here: http://www.boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/12942/no-thanks
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You can play with up to 3 with the base set and can easily expand with add-ons. We've had several games of 6 or more
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Our 7 year old son loves to play 7 Wonders with us. He can play even though he's not up to grade level at reading. We don't have this expansion pack yet, but I'll likely get it for his 8th birthday. It depends on the child. Our friends' 7 year old can also play. Both boys have played Catan before too.
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I took a look at the DV Giocci (the publisher) website and it has 8 and up. The listing is not correct. I will see if I can get that updated.Either game should be fine for families.The game is pretty easy and not graphically violent.DaveBoardgames4us
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You can have 5,6,7,8,9,10... the more people that play the more spies there are. This makes is harder for the good guys to decide who all of the spies are essentially. There is a placemat for every amount of players and they also vary based on the # of plyrs. Its a fantastic game. Every group I play it with has a blast.
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Possibly. Suitable based on content? Yes. Suitable based on difficulty? Maybe.To be clear this is not a stand alone game and it requires the game 7 Wonders. If the kid in question is familiar with 7 Wonders than this expansion should be a breeze for a 7-8 year old.The game itself is quite fun and even if a 7-8 year old doesn't initially "get" it, I don't see why they couldn't after some trial and error. It's a great way to teach strategy, awareness, and a good time around a table.
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No, 6 is too young. I played with my nephews and nieces, the younger one is 7.5. He got the idea, but not fully. I'd wait at least one more year, if I were you.
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My husband and I are addicted to this game, and we're in our 50s. I think that kids 8-12 could play, but they probably wouldn't play as well as an adult. It does take some strategy and I think my grandchildren, who are near that age, probably wouldn't be very good players.
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The great aspect of this game is you have to customize each game you play with the resource cards you have and don't have and the role cards that are in play. If a player doesn't adapt their game play there are plenty of opportunities to derail their plans. 2 and 3 player games tend to get lobsided as two roles are in play each round, but plays very well 4-6 players. Still trying to get a 7 or more together. The more players however the longer time needed. Also some of the cards rules aren't clear and if misinterpreted can offset the balance of the game. Same with switching in the wrong expansion cards. The great aspect of this game is you have to customize each game you play with the resource cards you have and don't have and the role cards that are in play. If a player doesn't adapt their game play there are plenty of opportunities to derail their plans. 2 and 3 player games tend to get lobsided as two roles are in play each round, but plays very well 4-6 players. Still trying to get a 7 or more together. The more players however the longer time needed. Also some of the cards rules aren't clear and if misinterpreted can offset the balance of the game. Same with switching in the wrong... » Read More The great aspect of this game is you have to customize each game you play with the resource cards you have and don't have and the role cards that are in play. If a player doesn't adapt their game play there are plenty of opportunities to derail their plans. 2 and 3 player games tend to get lobsided as two roles are in play each round, but plays very well 4-6 players. Still trying to get a 7 or more together. The more players however the longer time needed. Also some of the cards rules aren't clear and if misinterpreted can offset the balance of the game. Same with switching in the wrong expansion cards. « Show Less
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No, 11 is not too old. Even adults like playing this game and it's really fun playing with kids and adults. Adults can play singly or team with a child. It's a blast. Helps to develop childs abstract visual perception skills. The adults too, ha,ha. Might be too late for the oldies though. Ha.
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My husband and I enjoyed the game very much. I also bought one for my grandson. He's in second grade but knows multiplication tables. Players must know factors of 3,4,5, and 7 or be able to add those numbers.
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Nope. The game its self is 1 player only.But you can do 2-12 if you run xbox live. Which I dont.
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If you get Intrigue you get a whole second set of treasure and Victory cards, so you would never run out, no matter how many play. The only limitation to players is really time the game takes and number of action card stacks available to buy. You can play with five or even six with just the basic game, but it tends to slow down waiting for the others, so you're better off to split tables. Even with the basic game you have plenty of action cards to provide a full game at two tables. If you'd rather play with six at one table, add an extra stack of action cards so they don't run out too soon. With an expansion you're golden for maybe four tables without cramping their style. I picture four tables, and when they all finish a game, they each pass a couple of stacks to the next table. Now THAT would be interesting. The game comes with enough action cards to provide a lot of variation, and each expansion (except Cornucopia and Alchemy) add at least another 25 so the options are endless. I just advise that for beginning players you start with one stack of cards costing 2 copper, two stacks costing 3, 3 stacks costing 4 and 5 each, and one stack costing 6. Then when you get good at it, you can go for random selection. I wish I could choose between expansions but each has a different focus, and adds an interesting twist.
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You may be able to add your own game pieces (use a quarter or a button or something) for extra players. When I play, I often play with more than six, but I do not use the board. It can be a lot of fun to just play with the cards. I hope this helps!
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If you had an older player discussing the choices they could make with them I would say yes. The game itself would not lend itself to simplification.