Objective of the Game
The objective of the game Henne Berta is to score the most points by correctly predicting which eggs the hen will lay. It involves both luck and a bit of strategic thinking.
Game Components
- A chicken coop with a mechanical hen (Henne Berta)
- Colored eggs (usually plastic) that are laid by the mechanical hen
- A game board with fields where players place their predictions
- Point chips or tokens to track scores
Setup
- Game Setup: Each player receives an equal number of prediction chips in various colors.
- Placement: Players place their prediction chips on the board in the sections they think the hen will lay eggs of that color.
Gameplay
- Egg Laying: Once all players have made their predictions, activate the hen by pressing its lever or button to lay an egg.
- Color Comparison: The color of the laid egg is compared with the predictions on the board.
- Scoring: Players receive points for correct predictions:
- Exact Matches (correct color and position) give the most points.
- Correct Color but Wrong Position: fewer points.
- Wrong Color: no points.
Strategic Tips
- Balanced Risk: Avoid placing all prediction chips on one color to minimize the risk of scoring zero if the prediction is wrong.
- Observe Trends: If certain colors are laid more frequently, it might be beneficial to focus on those.
End of the Game
The game ends when all eggs have been laid or all prediction chips are used. The player with the most points wins the game.
Note: "Henne Berta" is also known as a children's game, making it ideal for introducing the youngest in the family to board games. It requires no complex decisions and is quick and easy to learn.
