Objective of the Game:
In Dream Phone, your goal is to find out which boy is your secret admirer. You accomplish this by uncovering clues and eliminating the wrong candidates.
Game Components:
- An electronic pink phone
- A game board with boy pictures and their phone numbers
- Clue cards
- A pad for jotting down clues
Setup:
- Place the game board in the center of the players.
- Each player receives a notepad and something to write with.
- The clue cards are shuffled thoroughly and placed face down beside the board.
- The electronic phone is prepared and batteries checked.
- Each player picks a starting number on the board and places a token to mark it.
How to Play:
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Making a Call: At the beginning of your turn, take the electronic phone and dial one of the numbers on the board. The receiver will give you a clue or allow you to ask another player for help.
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Gather Clues: Each boy provides different clues about the secret admirer’s traits, like their clothing color or interests. Use these hints to eliminate all potential wrong matches.
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Narrow Down Suspects: Cross out the names and pictures on your notepad that do not match the clues you’ve gathered.
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Solve the Mystery: Once you think you have enough information to identify the secret admirer, you can make a final guess using the phone for confirmation.
Winning Conditions:
The player who correctly identifies the secret admirer first wins the game.
Strategic Tips:
- Listen Carefully: Every piece of information from the phone is valuable. Remember which attributes are excluded or highlighted.
- Use Deduction: Apply logic to narrow down possibilities. Often, excluding certain traits is crucial.
- Collaborate: When the phone allows asking another player, use this opportunity to gather additional information.
Unique Features:
- The game includes audio clues via the phone, making it engaging and entertaining for younger players.
- The use of an electronic phone as a core element makes the game interactive and focuses attention.
Dream Phone is a fun game that encourages both logical thinking and social interaction. It is especially suitable for younger audiences, offering simple yet entertaining gameplay mechanics.
