Journal 29: Interactive Book Game

(Self-Published), FoxGames, Giochi Uniti · Board game · 2017

1–10 · best 1 Solo 120 min Weight 2.8/5

29.0 rating Ludopedia

6.9 rating BGG

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29.0 rating Ludopedia

6.9 rating BGG

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Our Verdict

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love puzzles that truly make you think and aren't afraid to interact with a book, Journal 29 offers a unique and super immersive experience!

Highlights

Creative puzzles
Physical book interaction
Engaging online progression
Escape room experience
Playable solo or group

Keep in mind

Language dependent
Requires internet access
Not replayable

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a brain-teasing adventure that goes far beyond the pages! Journal 29 is a super innovative book game where each puzzle challenges you to think 'outside the box'. Forget obvious solutions; here, you'll need to scribble, draw, research, fold pages, and even combine different methods to decipher the enigmas. For each correct answer, you submit your solution online to receive a 'key' that allows you to advance in the story, unraveling an engaging mystery.

This 152-page physical book is packed with over 63 puzzles that will test your creativity and logic. The experience is fully immersive and interactive, blending the tactile pleasure of a book with digital dynamics to verify your answers. It's like having an escape room in the palm of your hands, but without the time pressure (unless you want to challenge yourself!). If you enjoy unraveling mysteries and love a good puzzle that truly makes you think, Journal 29 is a fantastic choice. Perfect for playing solo or in a group, turning each session into a collective and fun investigation. Who knows what clue is hidden in the next page fold?

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher (Self-Published), FoxGames, Giochi Uniti, KOSMOS, Lautapelit.fi, Saxum Kiadó Kft.

Designer D. Chassapakis

Artist D. Chassapakis

Community

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1,340owners

133wishlist

14want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions

How many players can participate in Journal 29?

Journal 29 is super flexible! It works perfectly for a solo player who wants to dive into the story, but it's also great for groups of up to 10 people who want to solve the mysteries together, discussing and combining ideas.

What's the average playtime for Journal 29?

The duration is approximately 120 minutes, but this can vary quite a bit depending on how quickly you and your group unravel the puzzles. Some might take longer to 'think outside the box'!

What's the complexity level of the puzzles?

The game is considered medium weight (2.76/5 on BGG), which means the puzzles are challenging and require good reasoning, but they are not impossible. You'll need creativity and a bit of persistence!

Do I need anything besides the book to play Journal 29?

Yes! You'll need internet access to submit your answers and receive the keys that unlock the next step of the story. Additionally, a pen or pencil for taking notes and scribbling in the book is essential.

Is the book destroyed during gameplay? Can I lend it afterwards?

Since you need to write, draw, and even fold pages to solve some puzzles, the book will be permanently altered. This means that for a new experience, another copy would be needed. It's not ideal for being lent out and played again by someone else in the same condition.

Who is Journal 29 best suited for?

It's perfect for fans of escape room games, puzzles, and mysteries. If you enjoy challenges that make you think unconventionally and appreciate an immersive experience with a digital touch, this book-game is for you!

Are there any expansions for Journal 29?

As of now, Journal 29 is a standalone and complete experience, with no known expansions that add more content or puzzles to the original story.