# Sherlock

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1999
- **BGG Rating**: 6.2
- **BGG Rank**: #7340
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 1.09 / 5
- **Designers**: Reinhard Staupe
- **Artists**: Oliver Freudenreich
- **Publishers**: Staupe Spiele, AMIGO, Educa Korea, FoxMind Israel, Kanga Games, MINDOK, Playroom Entertainment, Yes Papa Games
- **Categories**: Animals, Card Game, Children's Game, Deduction, Memory, Novel-based
- **Mechanics**: Memory

## Verdict
Perfect for kids and families looking for a memory game with a strategic twist. Very easy to learn and quick to play.Extremely simple and intuitive rulesGreat for training children's memoryFast and dynamic gameplayNo language barrierCan feel repetitive for experienced gamersEntirely dependent on memoryRECOMMENDED

## Description
Ever thought about putting your memory to the test with the help of the world's most famous detective? Sherlock is a dynamic and light card game, specifically designed for children (though it's fun for anyone who enjoys a quick mental challenge). The goal here isn't just to find pairs, but to follow clues in a circle of cards to collect as many trophies as possible.

Here's how it works: eight cards are laid out in a circle, and everyone gets a moment to memorize what's there. Then, everything is turned face-down. On your turn, you place the Sherlock card next to one of the circle's cards and try to guess which image is hidden. If you get it right, the fun begins! The card you opened has an arrow and a number (from 1 to 4). You must follow this direction, moving Sherlock around the circle, and try to guess the next card.

If you keep guessing correctly, you maintain your streak. The real win happens when Sherlock lands on a card that has already been flipped open: congratulations, you capture that card! However, if you guess any image incorrectly, your sequence is broken, all cards are flipped over again for the next person to memorize, and the turn passes. The first player to collect 6 cards wins the game. It's a fast-paced game with no language dependency, making it perfect for training concentration and spatial awareness in a very relaxed way.

## FAQ
### What age is this game recommended for?
It's a children's game, ideal for kids who can already memorize positions and count from 1 to 4.

### How long does a game last?
It's very quick! Games usually last around 20 minutes.

### Do I need to know English or read the cards to play?
Nope! The game is based on images, arrows, and numbers, so there is no language dependency.

### How many people can play?
From 2 to 5 players, making it very versatile for family game nights.

### Is the game complex?
Not at all! It has a very low weight (1.09 on BGG), making it perfect for those who want something light and straightforward.

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