Picassimo Review: A Unique Drawing Party Game for the Whole Family
Can you see through the confusing picture?
An innovative twist on the drawing game, Picasimo is a family-friendly party game where players draw pictures and swap pieces to create true masterpieces.
In this article, we will thoroughly explain the appeal of Pikasimo and points to note based on the opinions of actual players and detailed reviews.
Game Basics
Picasimo is a drawing and deduction party game for 3-6 players, ages 8 and up, and takes approximately 30 minutes to play.
The designer is Carlo A. Rossi and the publisher is HABA .
Basic Mechanics
- Each player draws on a drawing board made up of six divisible panels.
- Once you've finished drawing, the transformation card is revealed and the four panels are swapped as specified.
- Other players look at the scrambled picture and guess what it was
- Both the correct answer and the artist receive points.
component
Includes 6 privacy screens, 6 erasable drawing boards, 18 language cards, 150 vocabulary cards, 7 translation cards, 6 score cards, and 6 non-permanent markers.
The appeal of Picasimo: Innovative twists that will make you laugh out loud
The greatest appeal of Pikasimo is its unique game system that overturns the conventional wisdom of drawing games.
1. A unique game system unlike any other
It's been reviewed as a playful homage to Picasso's work and an interesting twist on the drawing game.
The phenomenon where even a simple gondola looks very strange with just four panels swapped around is the core of what makes the game so fun.
2. Equality without drawing skills required
Reviews say that no drawing skills or talent are required.
The conversion pieces mean that even less talented artists have a chance to win, so it's fun regardless of drawing ability.
3. A rich vocabulary of 900 words and three levels of difficulty
- Level 1 : Simple terms that are relatively easy to draw and recognize (ideal for children)
- Level 2 : Challenging terms that are difficult to draw or guess
- Level 3 : Celebrities, film and TV characters, buildings, places, paintings, statues, book titles, etc.
Can be tailored to suit your group.
4. The best laugh factor: "Lachfaktor"
The game is said to have a high "Lachfaktor" (laugh factor) .
It's a feature that generates plenty of laughs, both in its terrible painting skills and its ridiculous guesses as to what the confused pieces represent.
Concerns and solutions
We will introduce some precautions you should know before purchasing Picasimo and what you can do to prevent them.
1. Marker quality issues
There have been reports of quality issues with two pens being completely dry upon opening and two being unusable after the first three games.
Solution: We recommend preparing an alternative dry erase pen in advance.
2. Multilingual Card Confusion
It has been pointed out that the cards in six different languages can sometimes be confusing.
Solution: There is an identifier that makes it easy to determine which language is yours, so just check it before playing and you'll be fine.
3. Group Preferences
This may not be suitable for people who dislike drawing games or have difficulty with mental rotation.
Solution: Even if your child is not good at drawing or spatial awareness, it is important to explain in advance that these skills can actually be a source of laughter, and to create an atmosphere that emphasizes having fun rather than winning or losing.
Recommended for these people and occasions
We will introduce the players and situations where Picasimo is most effective.
Perfect for family gamers
It's been praised as both a great party game for large groups and a casual family game.
It is especially effective in homes with children over 8 years old .
Recommended for these players
- People who enjoy drawing and party games
- People who value spending time laughing with friends over competition
- It can be enjoyed by both people with and without spatial awareness.
Expected effects
- A positive experience that strengthens family bonds
- The biggest laughs come from rounds where no one can guess the right answer
- Improved creativity and reasoning skills
conclusion
Pikasimo is an innovative party game that adds a new twist to the traditional simple drawing and deduction game. While making use of the framework of existing games, it is packed with ideas to keep players entertained.
You don't have to draw a perfect picture. Rather, this is a game that allows you to create wonderful memories with family and friends through chaotic masterpieces, and is recommended for both beginners and experienced drawing gamers.
Check the product on the online store page
Free shipping throughout Japan. Orders placed before 3pm will be shipped the same day.
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