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Review on ThinkFun Mystic Market Strategy Card Game - Exciting Fast Paced Game for Families and Gamers by Paul Ruberto

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Very smart and fast game!

This game has a new mechanic that makes most people want to try it. The ingredient rack is very clever and without a doubt the highlight of the game. The same game without this device would not bring the same return. This is a very unique method of keeping prizes moving throughout the game and provides the strategic depth needed to keep the game interesting. corresponding values and prices. Therefore, you may have the plan to sell some goods and make a good profit until the player right in front of you causes a sharp price change that turns the sale into a loss. Knowing when to buy and when to sell is the key to winning. And, just to add another element of randomness, a Supply Change card can change the entire market! The game is easy to explain to a small group and will go faster than you would like. I needed a few more turns to fully implement my strategy when the deck ran out at the start of the final turn. It's one of those rare games that ends long before you get bored and end up wanting more. In show business, an artist wants to end their show like this, and that's true in this case as well. The game ends with you wanting to play it again. He likes both adults and children, which is very important. A gaming group could easily use this as an addition to the game and I doubt anyone would turn their noses up at that. The graphics on the maps are very attractive and the components of the game are excellent, especially the level of detail that has been put into the game. "Jugs" with various mythical ingredients and a stand for them. This whole game is a class act. It has a small footprint and a handy tray/holder that keeps all components organized and in place. In addition, the price is exceptional for a game of this caliber. It's easily worth at least $5 to $10 more than the price. I hope Thinkfun keeps making games like this. Make no mistake, this game won't go down in history as an award-winning game, but for what it is, it's a winner. If you hesitate to make this purchase, just do it. You will not regret it.

Pros
  • New
Cons
  • Not everything fits