Turing Machine
Scorpion Masqué, CMON Global Limited, Galápagos Jogos · Board game · 2022
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Solo
20 min
Weight 2.5/5
8.4
rating
Ludopedia
7.6
rating
BGG
8.4
rating
Ludopedia
7.6
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
If you love logic puzzles and a good mental challenge, Turing Machine is a feast for your brain that will fry it in a fun way!
Highlights
- Brilliant and innovative deduction
- Millions of unique problems
- Super creative components
- Solo and cooperative modes
- Infinite replayability
Keep in mind
- Can be a bit abstract
- Initial learning curve
- Not for everyone's taste
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Get ready for a blast from the past with Turing Machine, a deduction game that puts you in the shoes of a cryptanalyst unraveling secret codes. Inspired by Alan Turing's genius and his decryption machine, this game challenges you to interrogate an ingenious analog 'proto-computer' that works without electricity or modern technology. Forget chips and circuits; here, the magic happens with perforated cards, creating a totally new and addictive deduction experience.
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In English
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Turing Machine - How To Play
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Turing Machine - How to Play Board Game
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Turing Machine Tips & Strategies to Improve Your Game
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Turing Machine Board Game - Tutorial and Solo Playthrough - Can you beat the machine?
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An explanation of what a Question means in Turing Machine
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How to Teach - Turing Machine
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Top 10 Best Value Games from The Brothers Murph
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Turing Machine - learn to play with Lone Vik
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Turing Machine Runthrough
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Publisher
Scorpion Masqué, CMON Global Limited, Galápagos Jogos, Geekach LLC, GoKids 玩樂小子, HUCH!
Designer
Fabien Gridel, Yoann Levet
Artist
Sébastien Bizos
What is the main objective of Turing Machine?
The goal is to be the first to discover the secret code by asking clever questions to an analog 'proto-computer' and deducing the answers based on the clues.
How many players can participate and how long does a game last?
Turing Machine can be played by 1 to 4 players, and a game typically lasts between 20 to 20 minutes, making it ideal for quick and intense sessions.
Is it a very complex game? What is the difficulty level?
It has a BGG weight of 2.54/5, classifying it as a medium-complexity game. The initial learning curve might require some attention, but the mechanics are quite intuitive once you get the hang of it.
Are the components truly unique? How does the 'proto-computer' work?
Yes, the components are super innovative! The 'proto-computer' uses perforated cards that you align and overlap to get 'yes/no' answers to your questions, without needing electronics. It's a very cool tactile and visual experience.
Are there many problems to solve, or does the game become repetitive?
Not at all! The game offers over seven million different problems, ranging from simple to extremely complex, ensuring virtually infinite replayability and always new challenges.
Can I play alone, or do I need other people?
You can play alone, yes! In addition to the competitive mode, Turing Machine offers a challenging solo mode where you try to beat the game system itself. There's also a cooperative mode to play as a team.
