# Candy Land ## General Info - **Year Published**: 1949 - **BGG Rating**: 3.2 - **BGG Rank**: #30852 - **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 30 min - **Weight**: 1.15 / 5 - **Designers**: Eleanor Abbott - **Artists**: (Uncredited), Theodor Seuss Geisel - **Publishers**: Hasbro, JAK, Jay Franco and Sons, Jumbo, MB Jeux, MB Spellen, MB Spiele, Milton Bradley, The Op Games, Playskool, Super Impulse, Winning Moves Games (USA) - **Categories**: Children's Game, Racing - **Mechanics**: Roll / Spin and Move, Track Movement ## Verdict Perfect for the very young or anyone wanting a super simple, quick game! Candy Land is pure nostalgia and color.Easy to learn and playVisually appealing for kidsFast and straightforwardEntirely luck-basedLittle strategy involvedCan get repetitive quicklyFOR GENRE FANS ## Description Candy Land is an absolute classic for the little ones, first released in the 1940s and still entertaining kids today. The concept is simple: each player chooses a pawn (usually a Gingerbread Man) and ventures along a colorful track filled with delicious treats and landscapes, like the Peppermint Forest and the Gumdrop Mountains. The goal? Be the first to reach the Candy Castle, where King Kandy awaits! To move forward, just draw a card and advance your pawn to the next space of the indicated color. It's that easy! Some special cards might send you directly to a specific location on the board, either forward or backward. The game was designed to teach colors, patience, and rule-following, all while children interact and have fun. More recent versions have made minor adjustments to make things even easier and fairer for younger players, ensuring the fun never stops. It's a game that has spanned generations, perfect for introducing youngsters to the world of board games with plenty of color and sweetness. ## FAQ ### How many players can join? Candy Land is designed for 2 to 4 players. ### What is the recommended age? It's generally recommended for children aged 3 and up, as the game focuses on color recognition and doesn't require reading skills. ### How long does a game take? A game of Candy Land is quite fast, typically lasting around 30 minutes. ### Do you need to know how to read to play? No! The game is based on colors, making it accessible for children who haven't learned to read yet. ### What is the objective of the game? The goal is to be the first player to reach the Candy Castle at the end of the colorful track. ### Is there any strategy involved? Candy Land is a game of pure luck. Movement is determined by the cards drawn, with no strategic elements. ### Is it a good game to introduce children to board games? Yes, it's an excellent starting point due to its simplicity, appealing theme, and focus on colors. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Amazon**: R$ 37,99 (https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B07CQRD7LD?tag=bgbot26b-20&linkCode=as2) - **Brinka Brinquedos**: R$ 46,55 (https://brinkashop.commercesuite.com.br/jogo-grab-amp-go-candyland?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/candy-land ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 8.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=147772&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 19.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5718509&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 24.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6579672&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 29.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6538813&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 59.52 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6823079&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/10087/candy-land?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com