7.5
rating
Ludopedia
6.6
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy fast-paced party games full of laughs and a bit of creative chaos, Last Message is for you! The interaction between the victim and the criminal is the highlight.
Highlights
- Fun and fast-paced
- Unique interaction
- Easy to learn
- Great for parties
Keep in mind
- Criminal can be frustrating
- Relies on creativity
- Limited replayability
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for a mystery and deduction game that will get your group thinking (and laughing)! In Last Message, a shocking crime has occurred, and the victim, poor soul, can't speak a word. The only hope lies in the clues they can draw and write in a 3x3 grid, but with a twist: the criminal, lurking among the investigators, can erase parts of these hints before they reach the detectives. There are four rounds for the investigators to figure out who the culprit is. Each round has a 30-second time limit for the victim to draw, and the criminal gets their moment of sabotage. If the culprit's identity isn't discovered by the end, they escape! Otherwise, justice prevails. It's a super-fast game, ideal for livening up any party, with low complexity and high interaction. Perfect for those who enjoy a light mental challenge with a touch of chaos and guaranteed fun. The drawing and deduction mechanic, combined with the time pressure and the criminal's actions, creates a unique and hilarious experience where drawings can go awry and deductions can range from the obvious to the outlandish. It's one of those games you play one round of and immediately want to play another!
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Best player count
BGG community vote
3
REC
4
BEST
5
BEST
6
OK
7
OK
8
OK
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
IELLO, Desyllas Games, GaGa Games, Geekach LLC, Hobby Japan, Hutter Trade GmbH + Co KG, Ludens Spirit, Mancalamaro, MEBO Games, Portal Games, Reflexshop, Rexhry, TCG Factory
Designer
Giung Kim, Lee Ju-Hwa
Artist
Stéphane Escapa, Vincent Dutrait
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
2,747owners
398wishlist
33want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can participate in Last Message?
Last Message is for 3 to 8 players, being ideal for larger groups where the fun and chaos increase!
How long does a game take?
A game is super fast, taking only about 15 minutes to complete. Perfect for fitting in at any time!
Is the game difficult to learn?
Not at all! The rules are very simple and straightforward, focusing more on fun and interaction than complexity.
Do you need prior knowledge to play?
No! The game doesn't rely on prior knowledge of any specific theme or other games. Just pick it up and play.
What happens if the criminal erases everything?
If the criminal is too 'clever' and erases the clues so no one can deduce, they win! But this can be frustrating for others, so good sportsmanship is encouraged.
Is it a game for kids?
With adult supervision, yes! The drawing mechanic and mystery theme can be fun for older children, but the deduction might be challenging.
What components come in the game?
The game usually comes with a 3x3 grid board, erasable markers, and clue cards. Everything you need to start the fun right away!
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