How many players is Mini Black Box?

Mini Black Box plays with 1–2 players, ages 10 and up.

How long does Mini Black Box take to play?

A game of Mini Black Box takes 20 min, at medium-light complexity (2.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Mini Black Box any good?

Mini Black Box rates 6.4/10 from 846 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / deduction game built around line drawing, pattern recognition, secret unit deployment.

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Mini Black Box (1977)

1–2 players · 20 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.4 on BGG

Players: 1–2
Play time: 20 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.4/10

Best for 1–2 players aged 10+ who like abstract strategy games — medium-light complexity, plays in 20 min.

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About Mini Black Box

Deduce the location of the hidden atoms by shooting rays into the box.

Abstract Strategy Deduction Puzzle

Mechanics: Line Drawing, Pattern Recognition, Secret Unit Deployment · Designer: Eric Solomon

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Mini Black Box FAQ

How many players is Mini Black Box?: Mini Black Box plays with 1–2 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Mini Black Box take to play?: A game of Mini Black Box takes 20 min, at medium-light complexity (2.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Mini Black Box any good?: Mini Black Box rates 6.4/10 from 846 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / deduction game built around line drawing, pattern recognition, secret unit deployment.