The inclusion of the trait tokens and matching iconography on dinosaur tiles was a smart design choice as it aids younger players as they try to piece together who’s who. The desire to uncover all the hidden identities and improve deduction skills makes Dinosaur Tea Party a game you’ll want to revisit time and time again. In the unlikely event of any broken glass we would recommend to leave the broken glass in the box and only extract those bottles that are undamaged. These quirks may cause these dinosaurs to give false answers — throwing a twist into being able to correctly deduce guests.

Simply turn all the face down dinosaur tiles back over, randomly distribute the quirks, reshuffle the dinosaur cards, deal one out to each player and you’re ready to go again!You’ve secured the invitation, gotten all dressed up for the occasion, but unfortunately you’ve forgotten the names of everyone in attendance! With 36 taps there’s plenty for the craft beer connoisseur, alongside a variety of other drinks from coffee to cocktails. Instead we like throwing in more thematic questions and answers such as “Why on earth did you let your pet come with you? You can also spice it up a bit by using the quirks to add a little complexity, I only wish there were more of them. As mentioned previously, it's no replacement for heavy games like Scythe or Twilight Imperium, but it's a fun game as lighter fare between meals, or when you want to play with younger people.

These tokens permit players to more easily remember not only what questions have been asked, but which traits apply to which players. Our son Sebastian (who is just tickled to no end that a dinosaur in this game shares his name) is 4.Yes, it’s silly and quirky but when life gets a bit too serious this kind of game can bring some much needed levity.

The first player to deduce everyone's name wins the game and is sure to be invited back for Sunday supper. As a hint, to really soak in the theme it’s best to make the questions as flamboyant and conversational as possible and it’s here where each player can put their personal touch on the gameplay. Otherwise, the other player discards their dinosaur card, turns the matching dinosaur tile face down, removes all trait tokens in front of them, and draws a new dinosaur card. The reference cards provide a handy reminder of the various traits and characteristics, making it easy to navigate the world of dinosaurs and their tea preferences.It doesn’t take a long time to explain to rules, which is nice when it comes to playing a game with kids. What’s more, this is the first time I’ve come across a rulebook that includes recipes for afternoon tea. Sure, it's not going to satisfy your need for a heavy head-scratcher, but as a light game between bigger ones, or if you want to play a game with some young people that won't leave you completely bored, it's a great option. The include things such as if the dinosaur is eating or drinking, what they’re wearing, the color of room they’re in, and whether they’re showing a tail, teeth, spikes, spots, or stripes.

So put on your fanciest hat and let’s embark on an adventure to uncover the who’s who of Dinoton Abbey! Switches answers": Answer either YES or NO to the first question asked to you, no matter what the correct answer is. Crafting the right questions and interpreting the responses is crucial to deducing the identities of the other players.So gather your friends, steep some tea, and embark on a delightful dino adventure that will leave you with fond memories and a longing for future tea parties. Everyone is catching up on all the latest gossip and worldly affairs, while sipping tea and eating glorious cakes. Additionally, they must answer honestly (unless their dinosaur has one of the three special tiles listed above; more on this in a moment). As mentioned already, the art is absolutely gorgeous; each character is unique and has their own look and feel.