# Mysterium Kids: Captain Echo's Treasure ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2022 - **BGG Rating**: 6.7 - **BGG Rank**: #6955 - **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 3) - **Duration**: 21 min - **Weight**: 1.13 / 5 - **Designers**: Antonin Boccara, Yves Hirschfeld - **Artists**: Maëva da Silva, Olivier Danchin - **Publishers**: Libellud, Space Cow, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Gémklub, Lord of Boards - **Categories**: Children's Game, Deduction, Horror - **Mechanics**: Communication Limits, Cooperative Game ## Verdict If your crew loves light mysteries and pirate ghosts, this game will be the highlight of the night.Very easy rulesFun cooperative playCreative visual cluesQuick playtimeRelies on ghost's creativityLimited to 2‑6 playersShallow strategic depthRECOMMENDED ## Description Legend tells of an old mansion on the city’s edge that hides a fabulous pirate treasure. In Mysterium Kids: Captain Echo's Treasure, a group of kids (or adults who still feel youthful) spend the night there, trying to locate the loot before the moon sets. Each round one player becomes the ghost of Captain Echo, who doesn’t speak but wields a magical tambourine. With the tambourine he hands out visual clues – Noise cards – that depict sounds like "bang", "whisper" or "rumble". The rest of the players cooperate to guess the correct card; a correct guess reveals a piece of the treasure map. The goal is to complete the map before night runs out. The game is ultra‑friendly: simple rules, bright components, and art that captures kids’ attention. A play‑through lasts about 20 minutes, perfect for short sessions or as a warm‑up before a bigger game. The Communication Limits mechanic forces the ghost to be creative, using only the Noise cards, which leads to funny debates and plenty of laughter. Because it’s cooperative, no one loses, but the ticking clock adds tension. The box contains Noise cards, treasure pieces, a decorated tambourine, and a map board, all designed for quick set‑up and storage. In short, Mysterium Kids packs the thrill of a supernatural mystery into a light, family‑friendly package ideal for birthdays, family game nights, or any group that loves pirate‑ghost adventures. ## FAQ ### How many players can join? 2 to 6 players, including adults who want to join the kid‑friendly vibe. ### How long does a game take? About 20 minutes, depending on how quickly the clues are guessed. ### What is the game’s complexity level? Very low – the core is cooperative clue‑guessing, perfect for kids 5+ and families. ### What components are included? Noise cards, treasure pieces, a map board, a decorated tambourine, and round markers. ### Is it suitable for someone who never played Mysterium? Absolutely; the rules are standalone, though fans of the original will appreciate the familiar spooky feel. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 5.34 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4112617&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 11.76 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6855032&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 17.32 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4302578&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 22.92 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5268621&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 28.36 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4724162&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 29.59 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4324269&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 29.59 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6186506&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 29.59 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4817262&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 29.59 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5567392&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 29.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4328178&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/42819/mysterium-kids-captain-echos-treasure?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com