I Guess This Is It

Button Shy · Board game · 2022
2 · best 2 30 min Weight 1.0/5
8.0 rating Ludopedia
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Our Verdict

For those who enjoy emotional, narrative-driven games for two, 'I Guess This Is It' is a spot-on choice. It's a short and intense experience about goodbyes.

Highlights
  • Emotional and reflective
  • Intimate two-player experience
  • Engaging short narrative
Keep in mind
  • Low replayability
  • Theme can be heavy
  • Interpretation dependent
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About the game
Get ready for a game of goodbyes that will touch your heart! In 'I Guess This Is It', you and one other player take on the roles of two people who once shared a deep connection, but now find themselves in the final minutes before a definitive farewell. The mission? To try and express as much as possible, but carefully, to avoid leaving hurt feelings or guilt. It's that moment when you want to say everything, but know time is short and some things will remain unsaid. The game's mechanics aim to capture this bittersweet emotion, where each card played is an attempt at communication, a remnant of a shared story.

The goal is to manage your hand of cards, representing thoughts and feelings, to share them before time runs out. At the end of the game, the cards remaining in your hand symbolize the unspoken words, the silent reflections on what could have been. If both players finish with the same number of cards, it suggests a final synchronicity, a farewell on common ground. It's a narrative and cooperative experience that explores the complexity of human relationships and the difficulty of saying goodbye. Perfect for couples or friends seeking a game with emotional depth and simple rules, ideal for those moments of quiet reflection for two.
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In English

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Containers: Wallets Contests: Button Shy Game Design Contests and Challenges Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Players: Two-Player Only Games Series: Role-Playing Wallet Collection (Button Shy) Series: Wallet & Box Micro Games (Button Shy)
Publisher Button Shy
Designer Cezar Capacle
Artist Anastasia Khmelevska
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can participate?
This is an exclusive two-player game.
How long does a game take?
Games are quite fast, generally lasting around 30 minutes.
What is the complexity level of the game?
The complexity is very low, with simple and easy-to-learn rules, ideal for those seeking an experience more focused on emotion and story.
Do I need to know English to play?
The game has minimal text on the cards and is easily memorable, but it's ideal if at least one player is familiar with the language to guide the game.
Is it a competitive or cooperative game?
It's a fully cooperative game where both players work together to achieve the objective.
What components come with the game?
As a 'Print & Play' game, you will need to print the cards and, optionally, a small box or wallet to store them.
Who is this game recommended for?
Recommended for couples, close friends, or any duo who appreciates games with strong emotional weight, narrative, and moments of reflection.