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Our Verdict
An amazing and super fast visual puzzle for any group.
Highlights
- Genial layering mechanic
- Adorable train theme
- Perfect for quick sessions
- Visually very satisfying
Keep in mind
- Too simple for expert gamers
- Relies on light for colors
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Ever tried mixing colors to find that perfect shade? Well, Kasanete Iro wo Tsukuru Game: JR East Edition takes that concept and gives it a brilliant thematic twist! In this special edition, the spotlight is on the iconic JR East Shinkansen trains. The real magic lies in the components: you'll be playing with transparent PET cards. That's right, you overlap them, and the colors blend together just like in real life!
The goal is straightforward but deceptively tricky: you receive challenge cards showing the specific color of a train, and you must use a set of 7 colored cards to replicate that exact hue. The color kit is ingenious, using variations of cyan, magenta, and yellow (plus black), allowing for endless combinations through layering. It's practically a color theory lesson disguised as pure fun!
If you think you've mastered the art, there's a second game mode to shake things up: a deduction challenge where you must guess the exact order in which the player layered the cards to achieve that specific color. It's a fast-paced game, perfect for any break, supporting 1 to 6 players, and will make you look at colors in a whole new way. If you enjoy visual puzzles or want a card game that uses its materials in a truly clever way, this is your next obsession!
The goal is straightforward but deceptively tricky: you receive challenge cards showing the specific color of a train, and you must use a set of 7 colored cards to replicate that exact hue. The color kit is ingenious, using variations of cyan, magenta, and yellow (plus black), allowing for endless combinations through layering. It's practically a color theory lesson disguised as pure fun!
If you think you've mastered the art, there's a second game mode to shake things up: a deduction challenge where you must guess the exact order in which the player layered the cards to achieve that specific color. It's a fast-paced game, perfect for any break, supporting 1 to 6 players, and will make you look at colors in a whole new way. If you enjoy visual puzzles or want a card game that uses its materials in a truly clever way, this is your next obsession!
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Publisher
Gulliver
Designer
井上大輔 (Daisuke Inoue)
Artist
井上大輔 (Daisuke Inoue)
How long does a game take?
It's super fast! Usually between 5 to 20 minutes.
How complex is the game?
It's a light and intuitive game, ideal for relaxing or playing with kids.
How many players can play?
You can play solo or with up to 6 people at the table.
What makes the cards special?
They are made of transparent PET material, allowing actual color mixing when overlapped.
Is it for train lovers?
Absolutely! This edition is themed after the JR East line, focusing on Shinkansens.