If you enjoy a good mystery to solve as a group, 'Sherlock: Propagation' is an excellent choice! It puts you in the role of a detective, with the adrenaline of having to decipher a complex case with limited information. The experience is immersive, and the restricted communication adds a layer of challenge that makes victory even sweeter. Perfect for a game night with friends or family who enjoy puzzling together.
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Highlights
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Engaging mystery to solve
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Challenging limited communication
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Clever cooperative deduction
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Immersive detective experience
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Easy rules to learn
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Keep in mind
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Limited replayability
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Relies on good communication
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Can be frustrating for some
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In 'Sherlock: Propagation', you and your team of investigators are called to unravel a mysterious fire in an important laboratory in Oslo. What really happened? Why did the fire start? And, most importantly, can you prevent something even worse from spreading? This is a cooperative deduction game where players work together to solve an intriguing case, using a deck of 32 clue cards. Each round, a player reveals a clue from their hand, placing it on the table for everyone to analyze. The big challenge is that communication is limited: you can discuss theories and talk about the cards you have in your hand, but you can only read aloud words in bold or text framed within an image. If a revealed clue is irrelevant to the case, you lose points at the end, but be careful: some clues are crucial! The goal is to use the available information to form a cohesive theory about what happened. At the end, after all cards have been revealed or discarded, the team discusses freely, including discarded cards and remembered information, and answers a questionnaire. Each correct answer earns points, so the accuracy of your deduction is fundamental to success.
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editDesignerJosep Izquierdo Sánchez, Martí Lucas Feliu
paletteArtistAmelia Sales
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How many players can participate in 'Sherlock: Propagation'? expand_more
The game is super versatile and can be played by 1 to 8 players. It's great for a solo session or for gathering a group to solve the mystery together!
What is the average duration of a game? expand_more
A game of 'Sherlock: Propagation' usually lasts about 60 minutes. It's the ideal time to dive into the mystery without the session dragging on too long.
What is the complexity level of the game? expand_more
Despite involving deduction, 'Sherlock: Propagation' has a light complexity, with a BGG weight of 1.67/5. The rules are easy to learn, but the challenge lies in the cleverness to connect the clues.
Does the game have replayability? expand_more
As it is a mystery game with a unique solution, replayability is limited. Once you've solved the case, the impact of the surprise diminishes. But it's perfect for passing on to other friends afterward!
What are the main components of the game? expand_more
The game mainly consists of a deck of 32 clue cards and a final questionnaire. It's a compact card game, easy to take anywhere.
Who is 'Sherlock: Propagation' recommended for? expand_more
It is highly recommended for fans of deduction and mystery games, especially those who enjoy cooperative experiences with limited communication. If you like a good mental challenge in a group, you'll love it!