Onirim*

Onirim is a solo or cooperative card game that takes you on a journey through a mysterious labyrinth of dreams. As a Dreamwalker, your objective is to find the oneiric doors before you run out of dreamtime and become trapped in the labyrinth forever. The game is an intriguing blend of strategy and luck, with a compelling theme that immerses players in a world of dreams and nightmares.

Gameplay Overview

  • Dream Labyrinth Exploration: Navigate through a labyrinthine deck to find the oneiric doors.
  • Solo or Cooperative Play: Play alone or work with a partner against the game.
  • Door Card Collection: Gather eight Door cards either by playing three cards of the same color consecutively or by using Key cards.

Game Mechanics

  • Dealing with Nightmares: Encounter Nightmare cards that pose challenges and dilemmas.
  • Card Management: Strategically use and manage Labyrinth, Door, and Nightmare cards.
  • Deck Composition: The deck consists of Door cards, Nightmare cards, and various Labyrinth cards divided into four colors, each with keys, moons, and suns.

Mini-Expansions

  • "The Towers": Introduces new cards for more deck manipulation and an additional victory condition.
  • "Happy Dreams and Dark Premonitions": Adds predictable obstacles and unreliable allies.
  • "The Book of Steps Lost and Found": Requires finding Door cards in a specific order and casting spells for assistance.

Conclusion

Onirim offers a unique and engaging card game experience, perfect for players who enjoy solo challenges or cooperative gameplay. The dreamlike theme is beautifully integrated into the game mechanics, creating an atmosphere of mystery and suspense. Each playthrough requires careful planning and decision-making as you navigate through the labyrinth, manage your hand, and contend with the unpredictable Nightmares. The included mini-expansions add further depth and variety, ensuring that Onirim remains a captivating and replayable adventure in the world of dreams.

  • 1 - 2 Players
  • 15 Minutes
  • 8+ years old
  • Easy to learn

Video reviews, ratings, Let's Plays and tests for Onirim

  • YouTube Review for the game "Onirim" by BoardGameGeek
    Video is in English

We like Onirim so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024

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