Is this a complicated game that would require someone who already knows how to play teaching us, or could my husband and I teach ourselves?
1454937
The instructions on how the game is played are fairly detailed so as long as you read them it should only take one game before you understand the basics. Where the game becomes complex is in the way the action cards work with each other but again you learn those interactions as you play more.
1454938
You can learn from the instructions that come in the box. There are many Youtube videos that show you how to play too. It's cool because it can be a different game each time you play.
1454939
No you can teach yourselves. My son (25) and his wife (24) play almost every night. There are always online forums if you need help. I would recommend this game. My husband I play this game as well and we are 50ish. I recently purchased my son some expansions...that is how much he likes it!
1454940
You can definitely learn on your own and YouTube will certainly help supplement the process.
1454941
The advise from my family to you; get the game then invite a neighbor kid who has played it. It will take about thirty minutes to figure out; then you are set. My family said this game was definitely a keeper! Hope you enjoy it as much as my crew.
1454942
It takes a time or two to make the game go quickly, but you could learn it yourselves.
413727
Yes. Me and my mom - in - law still love to play it even with just two of us. There are two player rules where you each pick 2 actions. I like using these rules cause it allows you to do more each round.
1425057
That's a bit of a large question. If you want a full explanation of how to play the game, check out this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7WZMH-uzUI
1429574
It´s a game for all ages. Children as well as adults have lots of fun playing it. You need skills such as good memory and strategy.
922909
The basic game,yes. Advanced rules,I believe,would require true interest in the subject and someone,who knew the rules,to guide the ease of play.
1421968
You have to read and understand the instructions before you start. An adult moves the turtles depending on what cards the children put down. There are several levels of difficulty. Start with the first.I know it seems complicated at first. My grandchildren, aged 8,6 and 4 were playing their own version of the game, where they moved the turtles themselves after an hour or so. Of course, being MY grandchildren they are highly gifted (:-))
54535
It can be done, but I would recommend with at least one more person. Part of this is because there is swapping of cards involved, and its just more fun with at least a third person instead of just swapping cards back and forth with each other. This is really enjoyed best as a group game.
1252627
I've found that it depends on the child. My 8 year old caught on fairly quickly and plays with us regularly. His friend, however, wasn't quite ready for the complexities of the game. So I'd suggest giving it a try and seeing if the child/ren can understand the game and find it enjoyable. (All of this is mainly speaking about the basic game rather than the expansion listed here.)
2060830
Its not too complicated. When you read the instructions it might seem a little complicated but trust me it isnt. If u want to see more of the game and how it works n how complicated it is go on youtube and look up geek and sundry munchkin. It is a great video they explain how the game works and you can see if it looks complicated to you.
124039
Yes, but they are gamer instructions. We played two times and messed up both. But after that we were great. It's just the learning of the game and realizing what you did wrong. LOL It's a stand alone game. So it is complete with all instructions.
1732796
Its fun but if not use to the regular risk games .it might take some learning about how to play the game
1767592
Depends, if she has/had amazing visual and spatial skills, then this game will keep the parts of her brain responsible for those skills active and challenged. If she's more verbal or otherwise not spatially adept, this game will be difficult for her. My healthy partner, who is 45 yo, finds this game to be hard, which is a problem since she's also VERY COMPETITIVE. That said, my whole family loves this game, especially my (6 and 8 yo) sons. Good luck.
1079205
I think it would be difficult, there are a lot of buildings which have specific and sometimes tricky functions. She would have to play it with someone who speaks English a couple times. There may be a translation available online.
1238567
it's one of those games that you can cannonball into. the rulebook is simply written and easy to understand, so once you read over it, you'll be good to go. the hard part is that it's fairly easy to learn, but mastering it is another story entirely :)
1652086
As long as the child can read and/or understand how to subtract, I don't think it would be difficult. Plus it comes with play but play instructions.
1368507
I would suggest playing with 3 or more players a few times so that you get a feel for how the game is suppose to be played. After that, you can adjust the rules for a 2 player game. Mainly it would be like Risk, where the 3rd player is neutral and only defends. One thing my group has tried out a few times, and enjoy, is 2 people playing 2 or 3 families each so that there are 4-6 families being played. Once again, you need to understand the rules so that you can adjust them without changing the game too much though. Example would be that only one family can occupy a land area at a time, even if you are controlling both families. However, you can use other families ships for transport purposes. I would suggest playing with 3 or more players a few times so that you get a feel for how the game is suppose to be played. After that, you can adjust the rules for a 2 player game. Mainly it would be like Risk, where the 3rd player is neutral and only defends. One thing my group has tried out a few times, and enjoy, is 2 people playing 2 or 3 families each so that there are 4-6 families being played. Once again, you need to understand the rules so that you can adjust them without changing the game too much though. Example would be that only one family can occupy a land area at... » Read More I would suggest playing with 3 or more players a few times so that you get a feel for how the game is suppose to be played. After that, you can adjust the rules for a 2 player game. Mainly it would be like Risk, where the 3rd player is neutral and only defends. One thing my group has tried out a few times, and enjoy, is 2 people playing 2 or 3 families each so that there are 4-6 families being played. Once again, you need to understand the rules so that you can adjust them without changing the game too much though. Example would be that only one family can occupy a land area at a time, even if you are controlling both families. However, you can use other families ships for transport purposes. « Show Less
1326450
From everything I am seeing and reading it will not run well. In some of the forums they give to tricks and twists to try but they don't sound too easy or appealing to me. I guess it boils down to how badly you want to play it. I hope this helps.