# Movable Type ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2016 - **BGG Rating**: 7.0 - **BGG Rank**: #11608 - **Players**: 1-6 (Best with: 3, 4, 5, 6) - **Duration**: 20-40 min - **Weight**: 1.80 / 5 - **Designers**: Robin David - **Publishers**: Uncanny Cardboard - **Categories**: Card Game, Print & Play, Word Game - **Mechanics**: Closed Drafting, Finale Ending, Open Drafting, Solo / Solitaire Game, Spelling ## Verdict Love word games and don't shy away from a good vocabulary challenge? Movable Type is for you!Quick and funWord strategyEasy to learnGreat for familiesHigh language dependencyCan feel repetitiveDrafting luckRECOMMENDED ## Description Movable Type is a card game where the goal is to build words, reminiscent of a mix between Scrabble and the speed of Sushi Go! Over four rounds, you'll select cards and form words to accumulate points. More elaborate words can earn you challenge cards, granting special abilities to use during the game. The brilliant twist is that in the final round, your pile of scored words becomes the source of letters for you to form a mega-word, deciding the winner. It's a super accessible game, perfect for families, rewarding not just those with encyclopedic vocabularies, but also those who can plan their moves smartly. With card drafting mechanics, both open and closed, and a focus on spelling, Movable Type is a great choice for those who enjoy word games with a strategic touch. And the best part: you can play it solo or with up to 4 friends, in a quick 20 to 40 minute session. ## FAQ ### What is the average playtime? A game of Movable Type takes between 20 and 40 minutes, depending on the number of players and how quickly they play. ### How many players can join? The game is for 1 to 6 players, though the official description mentions up to 4 players. The solo version is also quite fun! ### Is it a difficult game to learn? No, the rules are quite straightforward. The complexity comes more from the strategy of forming the best words with the available cards. ### Do I need extensive word knowledge? It helps, of course, but the game also rewards smart planning of the cards you draft and use. It's not just about knowing the most words! ### Is this a good game to play with family? Absolutely! It's a family-friendly game with simple rules that can be very fun for different ages, as long as everyone understands the language. ### Do I need to print the game at home? Yes, Movable Type is a 'Print & Play' game, so you'll need to print and assemble the cards to be able to play.