Gemischtes Doppel

Published 2006

Gemischtes Doppel is an unusual German Memory-type game where the cards in a pair may look very different: matching cards are connected through spoonerisms. Each card in a pair shows a word that is a similar-sounding anagram of the other card's word, each accompanied by its own illustration. Here is an example of two cards that form a pair: Gartenkunst - Kartengunst. An English version of the game might have you hunting for a Bad Salad to match the Sad Ballad you just found. The format originates in "the world's shortest column" (two words ... plus two pictures) from the weekly Süddeutsche Zeitung Magazin. The juxtaposition of incongruous concepts, the odd but perfectly understandable expressions for familiar concepts that often result on at least one side of the anagram, and the deadpan stock photography illustrations are all played for absurd humour. This sort of memory based on playing with words is more difficult than the usual one. The funny images displaying these words add to the fun.

Mechanics

Memory

Categories

Card Game Educational Party Game Puzzle Word Game

Designers

(Uncredited)

Publishers

MeterMorphosen
Gemischtes Doppel

Game Info

Players
1-6 Players
Time
30 min
Weight
Light — 1.29/5
Year
2006
BGG Rating
5.55
BGG Rank
#24886
Min Age
16+

Frequently Asked Questions

Gemischtes Doppel supports 1 to 6 players.
A typical game of Gemischtes Doppel takes about 30 minutes.
Gemischtes Doppel has a complexity rating of 1.29/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Light' category. It is very accessible and great for new gamers.
The recommended minimum age for Gemischtes Doppel is 16+. This makes it suitable for teens and adults.
Gemischtes Doppel has a rating of 5.55/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 129 ratings. It is ranked #24886 overall.
Gemischtes Doppel was designed by (Uncredited). It was published in 2006.