Poetry for Neanderthals

Exploding Kittens, Gémklub, Hobby World · Board game · 2020
— Ludopedia 6.6 BGG 2–12 · best 8 15 min Weight 1.1/5
Buy · from US$ 19.99
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6.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love guessing games that make you laugh until your sides hurt, this one's for you! The syllable limit is genius, and the NO! Stick adds a hilarious touch.

Highlights
  • Guaranteed laughs with syllable limit
  • Super fun inflatable component
  • Fast and easy to learn
  • Great for parties
Keep in mind
  • Requires creativity with few words
  • Can be frustrating at first
  • Language dependent
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for some serious laughs and a hilariously challenging vocabulary test with Poetry for Neanderthals! This party game pits you and your friends against the clock (literally, 90 seconds!) to decipher words and phrases. The catch? You can only use single-syllable words to give clues. Yes, you read that right: ONE SYLLABLE! Forget complex words like 'computer' or 'internet'; think more along the lines of 'thing to watch movies' or 'net to talk far away.'

If you, the 'Poet,' slip up and use a word with more than one syllable, brace yourself for the worst: a (fun!) whack on the head with the inflatable NO! Stick. Not only that, but your team loses points. The goal is simple: get your team to guess the secret word before time runs out, accumulating as many points as possible. It's a fast-paced, chaotic game that guarantees plenty of laughs, perfect for livening up any gathering. With varied cards and a fun inflatable component, Poetry for Neanderthals is the perfect recipe for a memorable game night filled with linguistic blunders.

Rules videos

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2 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

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

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Components: Inflatable Components: Sand Timers Mechanism: Give a Clue / Get a Clue Misc: LongPack Games Word Games: Guess the Word
Publisher Exploding Kittens, Gémklub, Hobby World, Ludicus Games, Rozum
Designer Elan Lee
Artist Elan Lee, Matthew Inman

Community

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12,826owners
756wishlist
45want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
How many players can participate?
The game is super flexible, playable by 2 to 12 people. The more people, the more chaos and laughter!
How long does a game take?
A game is quite fast, usually around 15 minutes. Perfect for fitting into any gathering!
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game is entirely in English and requires a good vocabulary, as well as creativity to communicate with few words.
What comes in the box?
In the box, you'll find 220 cards, an inflatable NO! Stick, a sand timer, and two score slates.
Is it a difficult game to learn?
Not at all! The rules are super simple: speak in one syllable and try to get your team to guess. The challenge lies in the creativity!
Who is this game recommended for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy party games, word games, and aren't afraid to be embarrassed (or embarrass others) with funny communication limitations. Perfect for breaking the ice!

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