# String Thing

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-6
- **Duration**: 15-30 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: James William Ryan
- **Publishers**: (Self-Published)
- **Categories**: Action / Dexterity, Children's Game, Maze
- **Mechanics**: Line Drawing, Paper-and-Pencil

## Verdict
If you love dexterity challenges with a creative twist, String Thing is your next go‑to.Dexterity challengeCreative string playFast and funFamily‑friendlyCoordination requiredPaper essentialUnpredictable outcomesHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
String Thing is a dexterity game that blends creativity and speed into a quick 15 to 30‑minute session. Each game starts with players drawing a simple map: a start point, an end point, a few objectives, and obstacles scattered along the way. Then each player receives a long string with a bead on one end. The challenge is to drop the bead at the start point and slowly pull the string to trace a line that connects the objectives and reaches the finish while avoiding obstacles. Each objective hit earns points, each obstacle touched subtracts points. If the string runs out before reaching the finish, the player loses everything for that map. After several maps, the player with the most points wins. The game works well with 1 to 6 players, and the string‑pulling dynamic creates fun, unpredictable interactions. The line‑drawing mechanic demands precision, but the paper‑and‑pen setup keeps everything simple and inexpensive. For those who enjoy quick challenges, test their motor coordination, and love improvising stories on each map, String Thing offers a light yet strategic experience that appeals to both kids and adults.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
The game accommodates 1 to 6 players, making it great for family sessions or small groups.

### What is the average playtime?
Each session lasts between 15 and 30 minutes, depending on how many maps are played.

### Is the game hard to learn?
No! The rules are simple and the line‑drawing mechanic with the string is intuitive, ideal for beginners.

### What components are included?
A long string with beads, paper, a pen, and scoring tokens. Everything you need is in the box.

### Who is this game recommended for?
Perfect for kids who enjoy physical challenges, adults looking for a light and fun game, and anyone who likes to improvise stories.

### How does scoring work?
Each objective reached earns positive points, each obstacle touched deducts points, and if the string runs out before the finish, the player loses everything for that map.