Table feel
Moderate level of direct confrontation and strategic depth, with frequent interaction and limited emphasis on cooperation.
Potion Explosion
Players
2-4
Time
30-45
Age
8+
Weight
1.78
Rating
7.13
Fit
Teach
2.4
Teaching signal
Replay
4.0
High replayability
Interaction
3.7
Highly interactive
Scaling
4.0
Scales well
Strategy
4.5
Deep strategy
Control
2.8
Luck-sensitive
Replay value
Potion Explosion has a high replayability score due to its variability in gameboard setup, the availability of expansions, deep strategic possibilities, and adaptability to different player counts. The game offers fresh experiences each time it is played and allows players to discover new tactics and strategies. The player interaction score is moderate, and the game is relatively easy to learn with a moderate depth of gameplay.
Luck profile
Potion Explosion has a moderate influence of luck. Random elements like card draws and marble drops have a notable but not exclusive impact on the game outcome. While players have some ability to mitigate the effects of randomness through strategic decisions and planning, luck still plays a significant role. The game strikes a balanced mix of luck and strategy, making it suitable for players who enjoy a combination of both elements.
Overview
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!
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Credits
Designers
3
Stefano Castelli
Andrea Crespi
Lorenzo Silva
Artists
1
Giulia Ghigini
Publishers
1
Horrible Guild
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