Word Traveler

Office Dog, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Lord of Boards · Board game · 2024
2–5 · best 4 30–45 min Weight 1.6/5
7.4 rating Ludopedia
6.4 rating BGG
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7.4 rating Ludopedia
6.4 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Enjoy a cooperative game that tests your creative communication skills? Word Traveler is the perfect pick to laugh at interpretations and explore imaginary cities!

Highlights
  • Fun communication challenge
  • Light and engaging cooperation
  • Easy to learn and play
  • Great for relaxed groups
Keep in mind
  • Interpretations can vary
  • Vocabulary dependent
  • Can cause confusion
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a tourist adventure where communication is key (and sometimes, the confusion!). In Word Traveler, you and your friends embark on a trip through an unknown city, each with your own secret sights to visit. The catch is that you only speak a little of the local language – which means the clues you give your fellow travelers need to be super creative and, preferably, not result in a disastrous game of 'telephone'.

You'll take turns being the lost tourist and the helpful local, trying to guide everyone to the right places. The goal is to visit as many locations as possible and, perhaps, collect all those shiny golden souvenirs. It's a cooperative game that tests your ability to give and interpret clues, turning the experience into a fun exercise in deduction and, of course, lots of laughter when the translation fails miserably. Perfect for those who enjoy word games with a social twist and a communication challenge. Don't worry, the complexity is low, ideal for relaxing and having fun with a group, whether on a real trip or just in your imagination. The playtime is short, ensuring quick action and plenty of replayability, as each game is a new city to explore and a new linguistic challenge to overcome. If you like thinking outside the box and communicating in unusual ways, Word Traveler will win you over!

Rules videos

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Best player count

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2–5 players
2 REC
3 BEST
4 BEST
5 REC

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Game details

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Publisher Office Dog, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Lord of Boards
Designer Thomas Dagenais-Lespérance
Artist Peter Slattery

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
Who is Word Traveler for?
It's ideal for groups of friends or family who enjoy cooperative games, word games, and communication challenges. If you like laughing at interpretations and working as a team, you'll love it.
How many people can play?
The game is for 2 to 5 players, working well with different group sizes.
How long does a game take?
A game of Word Traveler lasts about 30 to 45 minutes, making it perfect for a quick session of fun.
Do I need to know English to play?
The base game is in English, but translated materials (cards and a sheet) are available to facilitate play in other languages.
Is it a difficult game to learn?
No, the complexity is low (weight 1.57/5). The rules are simple, and the focus is on fun and interaction, not complex strategies.
What is the main goal of the game?
The objective is to cooperate to visit as many tourist locations as possible in the city, interpreting the limited clues given by other players.

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