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Mastermind (1971)

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

Players
2
Play time
20 min
Age
8+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
5.6/10

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

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Mastermind board game box cover

About Mastermind

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

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Abstract StrategyDeduction

Mechanics: Induction · Designer: Mordecai Meirowitz

Players: 2P

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Mastermind FAQ

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.