The game ends once players either identify the thief or when the thief makes its way to the end of the board. Pros and Cons Pros Fun to Play If all three dice show the icons that match your choice by your third roll, take one of the following actions: Unlike some other educational board games we’ve looked at, Outfoxed involves a good deal of teamwork and communication between players, helping them develop key social, as well as logical reasoning, skill. Whimsical, amusing story and design Now, if said prized pot pie was left on the windowsill next to an open window…well, that’s just asking for trouble. Someone Stole My Pie! With its dice-based mechanics, escaping thief, clue cards and special evidence scanning device, Outfoxed isn’t just a test of logic and reasoning – it can be a great and fun way for families to spend an hour or two together. Cooperative, not competitive

This game is relatively easy, but it teaches problem-solving, attention to detail, and categorization. This updated version of the game is more inclusive, with more variety in ethnicity and skin tone that the original game. Outfoxed!, designed and published by the team at Gamewright Games, is a 1-4 player co-operative whodunit aimed at families with younger children. Scatter the 16 Suspect cards face down around the perimeter of the board (4 per side) and then choose any 2 to turn face up. Foxes are intelligent, resourceful predators that adapt well to new environments. However, their proximity to human settlements and taste for poultry has led to stereotypical depictions in the media. If it's red, that means that you have found a clue, as the thief is wearing that particular item. If it is green, that means that the thief is not wearing it.You will be working as a team, players will need to choose between searching for clues and revealing suspects. They then need to roll three custom dice to see if they are successful. If after three tries the dice all match the decision you made your investigation progresses. Not every family is a fan of the endless arguments and fights that can result from deeply competitive board games, and Outfoxed’s emphasis on cooperation, communication and teamwork can be a welcome alternative. Who Is It Not Ideal For? Older children looking for a serious and challenging board games Board games are a tried and true way of teaching interpersonal skills and keeping kids entertained without TVs, computers, or tablets. Much like Clue and other whodunits, Outfoxed involves kids slowly gathering and considering evidence and using it to eliminate suspects before circling in on a criminal.

As a result, it can be a good way to teach kids skills such as sequential thinking, deductive reasoning and more. Good replay value Outfoxed is a fun game filled with colorful illustrated characters, a straightforward game style, a cool manual scanning device and an unusual dice system, making the game a little more interesting and engaging for younger audiences. Families looking to promote cooperative play More than that, the game does a good job at helping kids hone their sequential and logical thinking skills as they apply deductive reasoning to unmask the game’s thief and win.While some families will certainly appreciate the cooperation and teamwork that can emerge from Outfoxed, others may prefer a game with a bit more competition to spice things up between players. Price

Outfoxed is a bit unusual compared to similar reasoning-based games, being primarily aimed at kids rather than being intended for teens and adults but playable by younger children. Created by Gamewright, Outfoxed is a board game that aims to hone children’s problem solving, logic and deductive reasoning skills in an fun and engaging way. Reveal Suspects draws two more foxes into the investigation. Look for Clues will allow players to use the Clue Decoder to determine which foxes are innocent and who is guilty… The scanner comes with an extendable arm that can be pulled out when a clue marker is inserted to reveal a green or white dot. With a story involving a stolen pot pie, detective hat pieces and a colorful line up of illustrated anthropomorphic fox suspects to go through (and accuse), Outfoxed can be a very whimsical and amusing game that can capture the imagination of kids and parents alike. Good way to practice logic and deductive reasoningAs a result, children will get an opportunity to work on their social, communication and information sharing skills, as well as their general patience, which is always a plus and means that the game is less likely than some others we’ve seen to end in fights and tears due to competitive rivalry. How It Works If your child is interested in fantasy, but not quite ready for the magical world of Dungeons and Dragons, opt for this easier-to-learn cooperative board game. Players work together to tell stories, battle monsters, and journey through the world of Neverwinter. Similar to the original game, players customize their heroes, introducing young ones to the creative and social aspects of the game. If you're a Catan fan, you'll be happy to know that this strategy-based game comes in a kid-friendly version. Like the original version, this game requires you to build a settlement to earn points, but the Family Edition makes it a little easier to learn the ins and outs of the game, so kids won't need to sit through lengthy instructions to get to the fun. While the creators of the game state that it can be played by kids 5+, we feel that it is really best suited for those 7 and up due to some elements that, in our opinion, can make it a bit challenging for the very young. Outfoxed also comes with four plastic “detective| pieces that act as the game’s pawns or player pieces.

It's great indoors on rainy doors, or outdoors when it's time for a fresh air break. Just be warned that the stepping stones are lightweight foam, so it's not ideal for a windy day (or underneath heavy boots). The other potential challenge is when your gaming space is on the smaller side, but you can adjust accordingly when setting up. Kids of all ages (and their grown-ups) will likely enjoy getting their wiggles out as they play. Work together as a team of detectives, gathering clues and eliminating possible suspects. Figure out who is the guilty fox before it escapes. These can be based on either a paw or eyes, which represent the two different actions players can take in the game – move across the board or gather clues. Those of you who read the words ‘Clue Decoder’ and felt a shudder run down your spines can rejoice. This isn’t a cheap, noisy, battery eating machine. Instead it is a nifty manual gadget that allows cardboard clue tokens to be combined with a ‘thief card’ to reveal if a clue is relevant. Green for safe, red for thief. Simple and tremendous fun for the kids, who practically queue for the chance to slide the slider.

On the whole, the game’s evidence scanner is kind of fun to use and adds a hands-on, spy gadget dynamic to the game, which can make things a bit more engaging for kids. Educational Benefits of The Outfoxed Board Game