Wizard Kittens

Magpie Games, Fox Games, Sovranti · Board game · 2020
2–4 · best 3 15–30 min Weight 1.6/5
7.3 rating Ludopedia
6.1 rating BGG
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7.3 rating Ludopedia
6.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict

Perfect for cat lovers and fans of quick games with a pinch of necessary betrayal. The theme is adorable and the scoring dynamic changes everything at the end.

Highlights
  • Irresistible magical kittens theme
  • Fast-paced and dynamic gameplay
  • Funny scoring plot twists
  • Simple yet clever tactical decisions
Keep in mind
  • Language dependence for smooth flow
  • Light strategic depth for veterans
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About the game
Imagine you're a kitten wizard apprentice. Everything was going great until you and your classmates decided to sneak a peek at the library's restricted section and, oops, accidentally unleashed several dangerous curses! Now, the mission is to clean up the mess and defeat these curses before the dreaded Professor Whispurr catches everyone red-handed. The catch? While you must work together to take down the curses, every kitten secretly wants to be the top of the class.

The game plays as a semi-cooperative card game. Each turn, you must decide which spell to cast. The options are diverse: you can draw extra cards to beef up your hand, sling cards at your opponents to mess with them, discard cards from your own play area, or even swap cards between players. There's just one rule: you cannot cast the same spell two turns in a row, so you'll need to plan your sequence carefully to avoid getting stuck.

The tension ramps up as the ritual component deck dwindles. The game ends in one of two ways: either you defeat the sixth and final curse, or the Professor Whispurr card is drawn, and then things get stressful. If you successfully defeat the curses, the winner is the one with the highest score, including bonuses from secret 'Extra Credit' objective cards. However, if the Professor catches you, the 'Cleanest Paws Clause' kicks in: anyone with 10 or more points is eliminated for being too 'messy,' and among the survivors, the kitten with the fewest cards in their play area wins. It's the kind of game where cooperation is necessary, but mischief and cunning are the real tools for ultimate victory.
Rules videos

In English

BEST PLAYER COUNT
2 OK
3 BEST
4 REC
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Game details

Families

Animals: Cats Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Digital Implementations: Sovranti Digital Implementations: Tabletopia Theme: Anthropomorphic Animals Theme: Wizards
Publisher Magpie Games, Fox Games, Sovranti
Designer Brendan G. Conway, Marissa Kelly, Mark Diaz Truman
Artist Dawn Lawson, Meagan Trott, Miguel Angel Espinoza, Mirco Paganessi
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the game truly cooperative?
It's semi-cooperative. You must work together to defeat the curses, but in the end, only one kitten wins the game.
How long does a game take?
It's very quick, usually between 15 and 30 minutes, making it ideal for multiple playthroughs.
Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are straightforward and turns are fast, making it accessible for casual gamers.
How many people can play?
From 2 to 4 players. It works well in any configuration, though competitiveness peaks with 4.
Is it language dependent?
Yes, it has moderate language dependence. You'll need translated cards or a reference sheet to understand the spell effects.