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Can you create a code your opponent can't crack? In this classic two-player strategy game, the rules are simple; one player acts as code-maker and arranges four colored pegs behind a shield on his/her end of the board. Then it's up to the code-breaker to crack the code, guessing at the sequence of pegs the code-maker placed, and trying to duplicate it on the board. After the code-breaker places a row of four pegs, the code-maker uses small white and red pegs to give the code-breaker feedback. A white peg means that the code-breaker has chosen a peg of the right color, but it's in the wrong position. A red peg means that one of the four pegs is the correct color and in the right position. The catch is that the code-breaker has no way to know which one of his pegs is right without some trial and error! Play continues until either all ten rows have been filled unsuccessfully or the code-breaker breaks the code. The code-maker gets points for each row of pegs filled by the code-breaker, or 11 points if the code is not cracked. Then it's time to switch roles and play again. Simple to learn but challenging every time, everyone can enjoy this brain-twisting challenge.
Publisher's Description of Mastermind Game
Test your code-cracking prowess with Mastermind, the challenging game of logic and deduction. Can you crack the code in 10 moves or less? Can you create a code that can't be cracked? With more than 55 million units sold, Mastermind is a great strategy game…and one of the world's most popular games ever. It's easy to learn and fast to play and with thousands of code possibilities, it's different every time. The Codemaker sets a secret code, then the Codebreaker tries to match the code using logic, deduction and maybe a little bit of luck. After each move, the Codemaker gives clues to the Codebreaker. Make the code even more devious by using multiple pegs of the same color or by leaving one or more peg holes empty. With so many possible code combinations, every game is guaranteed to be a brainteaser. All of these game components can be stored in the game board! The winner will be a true Mastermind! For 2 players, ages 8 and up.
Game contents
Mastermind game console with built-in storage tray and code shield
Can you create a code your opponent can't crack? In this classic two-player strategy game, the rules are simple; one player acts as code-maker and arranges four colored pegs behind a shield on his/her end of the board. Then it's up to the code-breaker to crack the code, guessing at the sequence of pegs the code-maker placed, and trying to duplicate it on the board. After the code-breaker places a row of four pegs, the code-maker uses small white and red pegs to give the code-breaker feedback. A white peg means that the code-breaker has chosen a peg of the right color, but it's in the wrong position. A red peg means that one of the four pegs is the correct color and in the right position. The catch is that the code-breaker has no way to know which one of his pegs is right without some trial and error! Play continues until either all ten rows have been filled unsuccessfully or the code-breaker breaks the code. The code-maker gets points for each row of pegs filled by the code-breaker, or 11 points if the code is not cracked. Then it's time to switch roles and play again. Simple to learn but challenging every time, everyone can enjoy this brain-twisting challenge.
I would give this 5 stars for being a really fun two-person game, but unfortunately it is cheaply made and the pieces are very tiny and hard to manipulate. Once you get used to that, though, it's a great game for all ages, and there are so many ways to play it. Note to manufacturer: Please consider redesigning the set! Make the game board and pieces larger, and use heavier plastic or other durable material.
Carole T
Rated 5 out of 5
Nov 28, 2018
My mom sent this game to my husband and I because it is a 2 player game. It takes a few rounds to get the hang of but its a lot of fun and never the same game twice. We really enjoy it. And the shipping was super quick too!
Brianna H
Rated 5 out of 5
Mar 21, 2010
Mastermind was one of my most favorite games when I was growing up I actually bought a copy for my husband when we were dating long ago but somehow it got lost He said I had it in my apartment before we moved onto our farm ~ I say he had at his parent's home But regardless of all of that I recently bought it from Rainbow Resource for my daughter for Christmas because I knew my kids would just love it Turns out I was right about two things; one ~ my kids love this game and two ~ the game I bought my husband long ago is at his mom's house! Now the kids can play Mastermind at home and at Grandma's!
Angie Pfleiderer
Rated 5 out of 5
Jan 9, 2009
My favorite teacher taught our class to play Mastermind back in third grade and I had been looking for this game since I had children of my own old enough to play it To play the code-maker chooses 4 colored pegs and places them behind a hidden area The code-breaker tries to guess the code in as few guesses as possible using the feedback s/he receives from the codemaker It is great for promoting logical and deductive reasoning
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Rainbow Resource CenterStore
Played this as a kid. Have looked for it for a long time. I was excited to see it here.
Molly H
fun for a couple to play in a brief period of time
Kathryn S
a game from childhood. great thinking skills game.
stephanie j
A childhood game that I loved playing with my family! I remember having to use real brain power and logic. Loved it.
Amber A
I played Mastermind as a child, but I was wondering what's the difference between the original Mastermind and the Mastermind for Kids? Thanks!
User
The games play essentially the same way. Mastermind for Kids is jungle themed and the six pegs are animal shapes as well as different colors. The code is only three colors long not four (like Mastermind).
Played this as a kid. Have looked for it for a long time. I was excited to see it here.
fun for a couple to play in a brief period of time
a game from childhood. great thinking skills game.
A childhood game that I loved playing with my family! I remember having to use real brain power and logic. Loved it.