Hickory Dickory

Plaid Hat Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Geekach LLC · Board game · 2023
1–4 · best 3 Solo 60–120 min Weight 2.7/5
8.6 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
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8.6 rating Ludopedia
7.0 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you enjoy games with a cute theme and creative worker placement mechanics, Hickory Dickory will win you over! It's a race of adorable mice on a cuckoo clock that's as strategic as it is charming.

Highlights
  • Adorable theme and cute components
  • Creative worker placement mechanic
  • Satisfying objective completion
  • Visually very appealing
Keep in mind
  • Can be a bit slow initially
  • Relies on tile draw luck
  • Indirect interaction, not for confrontational players
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About the game
Get ready for a cute and strategic adventure in Hickory Dickory! In this game, you and your friends take on the roles of teams of charming little mice, each with their own scavenger hunt card. The stage is a giant cuckoo clock, where the minute hand becomes your exploration vehicle. The goal? Collect the right items that appear on the board to complete the rows and columns of your hunt card. It's a race against time and other players to see who can gather the most 'berries' (the game's victory points).

The main mechanic revolves around worker placement, but with a special twist: you have different types of mice, each with their own quirks, and the moving clock hand dictates where you can land. By jumping off the hand, you collect item tiles scattered across the board and can perform extra actions, such as acquiring more resources or manipulating the market. Managing your mice and strategically choosing where and when to land are crucial. The game ends when the clock strikes midnight, and then it's time to show your achievements to Lord Cuckoo. Whoever has completed more objectives on their card and accumulated the most berries claims the glory! Hickory Dickory combines an adorable theme with engaging gameplay, ideal for those who enjoy worker placement with a light and visually appealing theme. Interaction mainly occurs through competing for tiles and action spaces, but without being overly aggressive. It's a game that pleases both with its cute components and its strategic depth.
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Families

Animals: Mice Authors: Mother Goose Components: 3-Dimensional (3D) Components: Gears Components: Meeples (Animal) / Animeeples Components: Wooden pieces & boards Misc: Watch It Played How To Videos Theme: Anthropomorphic Animals
Publisher Plaid Hat Games, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Geekach LLC, YOKA Games
Designer Sawyer West
Artist Sonja Müller
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average playtime for Hickory Dickory?
A game of Hickory Dickory typically lasts between 60 and 120 minutes, depending on the number of players and familiarity with the rules.
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 1 to 4 players, offering a solo experience as well as a competitive one for groups.
Is Hickory Dickory a difficult game to learn?
With a medium weight of 2.65/5 on BGG, it's considered moderately complex. The basic rules are accessible, but the strategies can become quite deep.
Are the game's components good quality?
Yes, the game is known for its high-quality wooden components, including mouse-shaped meeples (animeeples) and a cuckoo clock-themed board.
Who would you recommend Hickory Dickory for?
We recommend it for players who appreciate worker placement games with a light and visually charming theme, as well as those who enjoy set collection and action optimization.
Is there a lot of player interaction?
Interaction is mainly indirect, focusing on competition for action spaces and item tiles on the board. It's not a direct confrontation game.
Does the game have a solo mode?
Yes, Hickory Dickory offers a solo mode for 1 player, allowing you to enjoy the experience even when playing alone.