# Mr. Jack in New York

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2009
- **BGG Rating**: 7.2
- **BGG Rank**: #1364
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.52 / 5
- **Designers**: Bruno Cathala, Ludovic Maublanc
- **Artists**: Pierô
- **Publishers**: Hurrican, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Rebel Sp. z o.o.
- **Categories**: Deduction, Murder / Mystery
- **Mechanics**: Deduction, Grid Movement, Hexagon Grid, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you love a solid mystery and asymmetric games, you’ll enjoy the tension of hunting Jack through Manhattan.Deep gameplayUnique powersThematic boardSteep learning curveNeeds prior knowledgeRECOMMENDED

## Description
Mr. Jack in New York is a 30‑minute duel for two players: one takes on the role of Mr. Jack, the other becomes the detective trying to catch him before time runs out. The board depicts Manhattan on a hexagonal layout, where streets, bridges and the surrounding water are crucial for the killer’s escape. Each game lasts eight rounds; if the detective cannot prove who the real Jack is by the end of round eight, the murderer gets away. 

The characters are historical or fictional figures from the era, each equipped with a unique ability that can swing the game. The detective has a police spy that reveals valuable information, while Mr. Jack can move gaslights and manholes as extra pawns, creating new escape routes or blockades. Movement follows a hex grid, allowing six‑directional shifts and demanding careful positioning. 

Deduction sits at the core: the detective gathers clues, eliminates suspects and tries to pinpoint the true Jack before he vanishes into New York’s waters. Conversely, the Jack player spreads doubt, uses his powers and manipulates the board to hinder the investigation. The game is more strategic and complex than the original, aimed at players already familiar with basic Mr. Jack rules who crave a deeper challenge. Despite its depth, the play remains brisk, and the quality wooden components add a premium feel. 

In short, Mr. Jack in New York delivers a tense mystery experience, blending deduction, hex‑grid movement and asymmetric powers, all set in the iconic city that never sleeps.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
The game is designed exclusively for two players.

### How long does a game take?
Approximately 30 minutes, depending on the players' familiarity.

### What is the complexity level?
It is considered advanced; playing the original Mr. Jack first is recommended.

### What components are included?
A hexagonal Manhattan board, wooden pieces, character tokens, movable gaslight and manhole pawns, plus clue and power cards.

### Who is the game best for?
Fans of deduction, mystery and asymmetric games, especially those who already know the basic Mr. Jack mechanics.

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