# Scotland Yard Master

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2013
- **BGG Rating**: 6.4
- **BGG Rank**: #9051
- **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 5)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 1.64 / 5
- **Designers**: Dorothy Garrels, Fritz Ifland, Manfred Burggraf, Michael Schacht, Werner Scheerer, Werner Schlegel, Wolf Hoermann
- **Artists**: Franz Vohwinkel
- **Publishers**: Ravensburger AG
- **Categories**: Deduction, Travel
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Hidden Movement, Point to Point Movement, Secret Unit Deployment, Team-Based Game

## Verdict
If you enjoy a good cat-and-mouse game with a modern twist, Scotland Yard Master will hook you! The app integration breathes new life into the classic London chase.Tense and engaging chaseApp adds interesting featuresNew take on a beloved classicEasy to learn, hard to masterFull app dependencyOne player can feel isolatedApp learning curveRECOMMENDED

## Description
If you enjoy the thrill of hunting a criminal who hides in plain sight, get ready for London in Scotland Yard Master! Here, one player becomes the feared Mr. X, a master at disappearing through the streets, using taxis, buses, and subways to throw off the pursuit. Meanwhile, the detectives – all the other players working together – race against time to corner and capture him. The game's twist is that while we know how Mr. X travels, his exact location is a mystery that only reveals itself intermittently. 

Scotland Yard Master supercharges the classic formula with six new features, four of which come in a free mobile app. This technology gives detectives extra tools, like using radio towers to get a general idea of the area where Mr. X might be, with radio waves hinting at proximity. The 2D board can switch to a 3D view, and you can even question witnesses in buildings! The app also manages pass-and-play, with Mr. X using a PIN to prevent anyone from accidentally discovering his location. Plus, Mr. X now has new tricks: 'Helicopter' and 'Sabotage,' making the chase even more electrifying. It's a game of deduction and hidden movement that tests everyone's cunning!

## FAQ
### What's the main difference between Scotland Yard Master and the original?
Scotland Yard Master adds a companion app (iOS/Android) with new mechanics and visuals (3D), plus new actions for Mr. X, like 'Helicopter' and 'Sabotage'.

### Do I need a smartphone or tablet to play?
Yes, the game requires a device with the free app to function, as it manages crucial information and adds gameplay elements.

### How many players can participate?
The game is for 2 to 6 players. One player takes on the role of Mr. X, and the other 1 to 5 players act as detectives as a team.

### Is it a cooperative or competitive game?
It's an asymmetrical game: the detectives play cooperatively against each other, while Mr. X plays individually against all of them (one versus many).

### How long does a game session last?
A game of Scotland Yard Master typically takes about 45 minutes to complete.

### Is it a difficult game to learn?
The basic rules are similar to the original Scotland Yard and easy to pick up. The greater complexity comes from strategy and the detectives' use of the app.

### Who would you recommend Scotland Yard Master for?
We recommend it for those who enjoy deduction games, hidden movement, chase games, and for fans of the original Scotland Yard looking for an updated experience with technology.

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