Hive Mind

Calliope Games · Board game · 2016
3–12 · best 6 30–90 min Weight 1.1/5
10.0 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 20.99
10.0 rating Ludopedia
7.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy party games that test group synergy, Hive Mind is a guaranteed hit! It's pure group fun without the pressure to be right, just to think alike.

Highlights
  • Fun group mind-melding
  • Great for parties
  • Simple and quick to learn
  • Cooperative and engaging
Keep in mind
  • High language dependency
  • Can become repetitive
  • Requires an engaged group
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Gather your crew for a game night where thinking alike is the ultimate goal! In Hive Mind, designed by the renowned Richard Garfield, you and your friends (3 to 12 players!) team up on a mission to prove you're on the same wavelength. Forget right or wrong answers; the objective here is to guess what the majority would think. Questions like 'What are the 3 best ice cream flavors?' or 'Name 4 unusual pets?' will test your collective intuition. Each round, a die roll determines which low-scoring answers move closer to elimination. If a player drops to the sixth level or below, they're out of the hive, and everyone else wins! It's a cooperative paper-and-pencil game that shines at parties and gatherings, requiring everyone to strive for shared thought. Communication is key, but not verbal! Only your answers will reveal if you're on the same page as your hive mates. If everyone manages to keep the hive together until the end, victory belongs to all!

Best player count

BGG community vote

3–12 players
3 OK
4 REC
5 REC
6 BEST
7 REC
8 REC
9 REC
10 OK
11 REC
12 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Categories

Families

Series: The Titans of Gaming (Calliope Games)
Publisher Calliope Games
Designer Richard Garfield
Artist Andrew Hepworth

Community

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1,596owners
267wishlist
34want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can participate?
Hive Mind is super flexible, playable with 3 to 12 people. The more players, the more chaotic and fun it gets!
How long does a game take?
A game typically lasts between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on the number of players and how quickly you sync up (or don't!).
Do I need to know a lot about the question topics?
No! The questions are more about opinion and 'thinking like the majority'. It's not a trivia game, but one of collective empathy and intuition.
Is it a competitive or cooperative game?
It's entirely cooperative! Everyone plays together against the game. The goal is for no one to be eliminated from the hive, ensuring a win for all.
Does the game require a strong knowledge of English?
Yes, the questions and instructions are in English. A good level of comprehension is necessary to play without difficulties.
Is it a game for kids?
It can be played with teenagers and adults. Younger children might struggle with the questions and the language dependency.
What is the game's complexity?
The complexity is quite low (BGG weight 1.09). The rules are simple, and the focus is on fun and interaction, not complicated strategies.

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