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Scotland Yard

Scotland Yard

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The notorious criminal mastermind Mister X has evaded Scotland Yard, and it's up to you, the esteemed detectives, to apprehend him! Utilize travel tickets to pursue him by taxi, bus, and underground, navigating Piccadilly Circus, journeying along the River Thames, and passing through Paddington Station. Will you capture this perilous...

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Recommended Age:
10+
Playing Time:
45 Mins minutes
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Year Released:
2023
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The notorious criminal mastermind Mister X has evaded Scotland Yard, and it's up to you, the esteemed detectives, to apprehend him! Utilize travel tickets to pursue him by taxi, bus, and underground, navigating Piccadilly Circus, journeying along the River Thames, and passing through Paddington Station. Will you capture this perilous criminal, or will he vanish forever into the London fog? This easy-to-learn, fast-paced, and thrilling game ensures every turn is exhilarating. Ideal for a fun-filled family game night!

How to Play

Scotland Yard: The Hunt for Mr. X - How to Play Guide

In Scotland Yard, one player takes on the role of Mr. X, attempting to evade capture by detectives in the streets of London. The detectives work together to catch Mr. X by moving strategically across the game board. The game is suitable for ages 8 and up.

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Game Components

  • 1 game board
  • 4-5 playing pieces
  • 3-4 colored ticket boards
  • 1 black ticket
  • 1 double-move ticket
  • 1 travel log with cover and paper inserts for Mister X
  • 1 Mister X visor
  • Pencil (not included)

Game Objective
If Mr. X manages to avoid capture for 13 rounds, Mr. X wins. Detectives must land on the same station as Mr. X to win the game.

Game Setup

  1. Determine who will play as Mr. X. This player should be experienced, as the role requires nerves of steel.
  2. Place the game board on the table so that Mr. X can see all the numbers without standing.
  3. Distribute the game components to Mr. X and the detectives.

Playing the Game

  1. The game consists of 13 rounds, with Mr. X moving first, followed by the detectives in any order.
  2. Mr. X and all detectives move to a new station on each turn.
  3. The colors on the stations indicate which means of transportation can be used. In the beginner version, only taxi (yellow) and bus (turquoise) routes are used.
  4. Playing pieces can only be moved to unoccupied stations, except when a detective lands on Mr. X's station, in which case the detectives win.
  5. Mr. X disappears at regular intervals (before the 3rd, 8th, and 13th moves) by removing the transparent playing piece from the game board and writing down a secret destination in the travel log.
  6. Mr. X has special tickets (black ticket and double-move ticket) that can be used to make additional invisible moves or to take two moves in a single turn.

End of Game
The game ends when either:

  1. A detective lands on the same station as Mr. X, or
  2. Mr. X has no free stations to move to (all possible stations are blocked by detectives).

In both cases, the detectives win. If Mr. X manages to evade capture for 13 rounds, Mr. X wins the game.

Disclaimer: Please note that the information provided in this guide may not be completely accurate or up-to-date. It is always a good idea to consult the official rulebook or manufacturer's website for the most current and accurate information on how to play the game.<.p>

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