Overview
At a glance
Is this game right for my group?
ABG editorial scores on a 1–5 scale.
Harder to teach
High replayability
Highly interactive
Scales well
Deep strategy
How it plays
How does it play?
Potion Explosion is a game for 2 to 4 players by Horrible Games. It was designed by Lorenzo Silva, Andrea Crespi and Stefano Castelli.
Core mechanisms
Key systems that shape the decisions players make.
Set Collection
Gather related items that become more valuable when scored together.
Pattern Recognition
Identify recurring visual, spatial, or logical arrangements.
Take That
Direct negative effects at selected opponents.
Variable Set-up
Starting conditions, resources, or layouts change between plays.
Read the full game description
Potion Explosion is a game for 2 to 4 players by Horrible Games. It was designed by Lorenzo Silva, Andrea Crespi and Stefano Castelli. Dear students, it's time for the final exams of the Potions class! The rules are always the same: Take an ingredient marble from the dispenser and watch the others fall. If you connect marbles of the same color, they explode and you can take them, too! Complete your potions using the marbles you collect, and drink them to unleash their magical power. Remember, though, that to win the Student of the Year award, being quick won't be enough: you'll also need to brew the most valuable potions in Potion Explosion!