How many players is Mastermind?

Mastermind plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 8 and up.

How long does Mastermind take to play?

A game of Mastermind takes 20 min, at medium-light complexity (1.8/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Mastermind rates 5.6/10 from 6,273 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / deduction game built around induction.

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2 players · 20 min · age 8+ · ★ 5.6 on BGG

Best for 2 players aged 8+ who like abstract strategy games — medium-light complexity, plays in 20 min.

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Deduce the hidden code with clever guesses that clue you in to it.

Mechanics: Induction · Designer: Mordecai Meirowitz

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How many players is Mastermind?: Mastermind plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 8 and up.
How long does Mastermind take to play?: A game of Mastermind takes 20 min, at medium-light complexity (1.8/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Mastermind any good?: Mastermind rates 5.6/10 from 6,273 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / deduction game built around induction.