Ensemble

Ergo Ludo Editions, Arclight Games, Ares Games · Board game · 2021
2–10 · best 6 15–30 min Weight 1.0/5
6.7 rating Ludopedia
6.7 rating BGG
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6.7 rating Ludopedia
6.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Party game fans who enjoy mental challenges and teamwork will love Ensemble.

Highlights
  • Addictive and easy to learn
  • Great for large groups
  • Post-win content unlock
  • Guaranteed laughs
Keep in mind
  • Divergent votes can frustrate
  • Replay depends on group
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Ensemble is a cooperative game that pushes your group's mental sync to the limit. You must vote, without talking, on which table card best matches a central card. If everyone (or almost everyone, depending on player count) agrees, you advance to the next level. If not, you lose a life. The goal is to reach level 9, and that's when things get even more interesting: upon winning for the first time, a new scenario deck unlocks, bringing different rules and cards for future games. It's a game that demands harmony, intuition, and a bit of luck — perfect for those who love collective challenges and laughing when the telepathy fails.

Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

1 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–10 players
2 OK
3 REC
4 BEST
5 BEST
6 BEST
7 BEST
8 BEST
9 REC
10 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Categories

Families

Mechanism: Image Interpretation
Publisher Ergo Ludo Editions, Arclight Games, Ares Games, Atalia, Ediciones MasQueOca, Games7Days, Lavka Games, Schwerkraft-Verlag, Trefl
Designer Daniele Ursini, Luigi Ferrini
Artist Daniela Giubellini

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

1,138owners
236wishlist
15want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play?
2 to 10 players — the more, the merrier (and crazier) it gets!
How long does a game take?
15-30 minutes, perfect for multiple rounds in a row.
Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! Rules are simple, but mastering group sync is the real challenge.
Does it need a GM or app?
Nope! 100% analog and self-managed by the group.
Is it good for 2 players?
It works, but shines with 4+ people. The magic is in the collective chaos!

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