Kaleidos

CMON Global Limited, Cocktail Games, Competo / Marektoy · Board game · 1994
2–12 · best 4 60 min Weight 1.2/5
6.8 rating Ludopedia
6.7 rating BGG
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6.8 rating Ludopedia
6.7 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Perfect for parties and large groups who love a mental agility challenge!

Highlights
  • Dynamic and super fun
  • Simple and fast rules
  • Ideal for large groups
  • Engaging visual challenge
Keep in mind
  • Requires constant visual attention
  • Can get chaotic with many players
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Know that moment when the gang gathers, the conversation is flowing, but you need something to boost the table's energy? Kaleidos is exactly that 'omething.' Get ready for a pure observation challenge that will test how fast your brain can process images and letters simultaneously. This is a classic observation game that keeps everyone on their toes. The setup is super practical: each player (or team, if you're playing with a partner) receives their own set of ten detailed illustrations. Forget the chaos of everyone trying to peek at their neighbor's board; here, everyone has their own cardboard easel to prop up their scenes, ensuring everyone has a perfect view. The game works through quick 60-second rounds. Each round, a card is revealed with a specific letter. Your goal? Look at your illustrations and write down as many objects as possible that start with that letter. But watch out: no repeats! If you write 'ball' and then 'baseball,' and both start with the same letter, you can only use the word once to score. On the other hand, a single object can help you with different words, as long as the words themselves are distinct. When time is up, comes the best part: the scoring! You compare lists, and scoring is based on exclusivity. If an object you found is also on someone else's list, it's worth only 1 point. However, if you found something that no one else saw, congratulations! You get 3 points for that unique item. The game proceeds through 12 different scenes, and at the end, whoever has accumulated the most total points is the master observer. It's a fast-paced game, perfect for those who love testing their mental reflexes and having a great laugh while searching for that one hidden detail amidst all the visual information.

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–12 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC
6 BEST
7 REC
8 REC
9 REC
10 OK
11 OK
12 REC

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Game details

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Components: Sand Timers Game: Kaleidos
Publisher CMON Global Limited, Cocktail Games, Competo / Marektoy, Cool Mini Or Not, Diset S. A., Editrice Giochi, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, KaleidosGames, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Mercurio, Muduko, Oliphante, Trefl Joker Line, Vennerød Forlag AS, Ystari Games
Designer Elena Prette, Marianna Fulvi, Spartaco Albertarelli
Artist Elena Prette, Marianna Fulvi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
What is the recommended age?
Since it requires reading and speed, we recommend ages 8 and up.
Is the game very complex?
Not at all! The rules are explained in a minute and the focus is on fun.
How many people can play?
It's very versatile, from 2 up to 12 players (in teams or individually).
How long does a game last?
Games are quite fast, usually around 30 to 60 minutes.
What's in the box?
The game includes detailed illustrations, cardboard easels, and letter cards.

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