The best games from Urs Hostettler 🇨🇭👨 2025
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Who is Urs Hostettler anyway?
Urs Hostettler has been designing dice, card & board games since 1983. The game designer hails from Bern, Switzerland🇨🇭, was born in 1949 and currently lives in Bern, Switzerland 🇨🇭.
Hostettler's first game "Schicksack & Das Wahlspiel" he developed in 1983 at the age of 34 - so he has been designing games for over 42 years. Famous Hostettler games are for example Tichu, Kreml & Anno Domini series.
Urs Hostettler is not only a game designer, he is also an author, singer and songwriter.
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There are 1 games by Urs Hostettler in our Top1000 games list, making Hostettler the #273 best game author out of a total of 708 authors in our database.
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List of best games by Urs Hostettler 2025
In this list we have listed the best board games that Urs Hostettler either designed himself - or was involved in designing.
Unfortunately, not all of Urs Hostettler's games are currently available. In the following list you can find all dice, board & card games by Urs Hostettler that you can buy 2025:
Neue Welten
More details for Neue WeltenA player reads a sentence that describes their view of the world, leaving a blank at a crucial point. Other players secretly submit cards with words or phrases to fill the gap, and one random card is added to the mix. The active player then chooses a card to complete the sentence, leading to revelations about themselves and their connections with others.
- 3 - 5 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Tichu
Tichu is an intriguing partnership card game that combines elements of Zheng Fen with traditional card play. It stands out as a strategic and competitive game, requiring players to be both tactically astute and keenly aware of their partner's actions. Typically played by four players in partnerships, the game is a race to get rid of all cards in hand, while aiming to score points.
Nominated for 2 awards.
More details for Tichu- 4 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Anno Domini: Seefahrer & Flieger
More details for Anno Domini: Seefahrer & FliegerThis edition of the card game features sailors and aviators. Each set includes 336 cards, each with a description of a historical event on one side and the year it occurred on the other. Players receive nine cards and aim to arrange them in chronological order, while bluffing and challenging others' placements. The first player to discard all their cards wins, making it a fun and surprising experience for everyone involved.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 45 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Der wahre Walter
More details for Der wahre WalterThe game is best played with people who know each other. It features 156 double-sided cards containing sentences that replace a part with "WALTER." One player acts as the "Sphinx," calling out three sentences and noting players' responses. Others must guess which sentences align with the "Sphinx's" personality, earning points for correct guesses and successfully imitating the "Sphinx."
- 4 - 10 Players
- 60 Minutes
- Immediately playable
Wie ich die Welt sehe...
More details for Wie ich die Welt sehe...The title carries a hint of irony. Players can view the world in personal, social, or fantastical ways, guided by suggestions from others. Choosing among their friends’ differing opinions can be challenging, as every option carries significance. The game features 112 "My World" cards and 392 "IS cards," creating constantly changing combinations, requiring players to make serious choices amidst the humor of odd pairings in each round.
- 2 - 15 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Kuriositäten
More details for Anno Domini: KuriositätenA set consists of 340 cards, each describing a historical event on one side and the year it occurred on the other. Each player receives nine cards and can only look at the descriptions. Players take turns placing cards on the table to arrange them chronologically, and they can challenge the order if they believe it's incorrect. Correct challenges result in card gains for the doubting player, while incorrect ones benefit the player whose order was accepted. The goal is to be the first to discard all cards, with bluffing being as crucial as knowledge, as many events are obscure and hard to date.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Natur
More details for Anno Domini: NaturThe "Anno Domini - Nature" set features historical events related to nature and can be played solo or alongside other sets. Each set consists of 336 cards, with a description of an event on one side and the year it occurred on the other. Players take turns placing cards and trying to arrange them chronologically, with bluffing playing a key role, making it a surprising and fun social experience that also offers learning opportunities.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Schweiz
More details for Anno Domini: SchweizThe "Anno Domini - Switzerland" set includes historical events related to Switzerland and can be played individually or alongside other sets, which is the best way to enjoy it. Each set consists of 336 cards featuring a description of a historical event on one side and the year (and sometimes a specific date) on the other side.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Europa
More details for Anno Domini: EuropaAnno Domini is a quiz game focused on estimates, guesses, and bluffs rather than just factual knowledge. Players receive a series of cards depicting mostly obscure historical events and must arrange them chronologically on the table by playing one card each round. If a player suspects an error in the sequence, they can express doubt instead of playing a card, leading to a resolution that may penalize either the doubter or the player who placed the last card. The goal is to get rid of your hand cards as quickly as possible.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: America
More details for Anno Domini: AmericaThe "Amerika" set features historical events related to America, although the connections may not always be obvious. Players receive nine event cards and must place them in chronological order based solely on the descriptions. Bluffing is as crucial as knowledge, as events are often obscure and hard to date, making it a game full of surprises and fun.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Wissenschaft & Forschung
More details for Anno Domini: Wissenschaft & ForschungEach set consists of 336 cards featuring a historical event on one side and the year, often with a specific date, on the other. The theme of this edition revolves around historical events in science and research, and it can be played solo or mixed with other sets. Players receive nine cards and must place their card in chronological order relative to the existing ones, challenging the sequence if they believe it's incorrect. The first player to run out of cards wins.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Flopps
More details for Anno Domini: FloppsThe set "Anno Domini - Flops" features historical events related to things that went horribly wrong. It can be played alone or combined with other sets for an enhanced experience.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Sex & Crime
More details for Anno Domini: Sex & CrimeThe "Anno Domini - Sex & Crime" set features historical events related to various crimes, some more notorious than others, along with adult themes. It can be played solo or combined with other sets for an enhanced experience. Each set contains 336 cards, pairing a description of an event on one side with the corresponding year on the other. Players must arrange their cards in chronological order based solely on the event descriptions, utilizing knowledge and bluffing to outsmart opponents. The first player to discard all their cards wins.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Erfindungen
More details for Anno Domini: ErfindungenEach set consists of 336 cards, depicting a historical event on one side and the year it occurred on the other. Players receive nine cards and can only view the descriptions. They take turns placing cards on the table in chronological order and can challenge the sequence if they believe it is incorrect. Correct challenges grant the doubting player two cards, while incorrect ones reward the previous player with three cards. The first player to get rid of all their cards wins. Bluffing is just as crucial as knowledge, as many events are obscure and hard to date.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Münzen
More details for Anno Domini: MünzenThe "Anno Domini - Coins" set features historical events related to coins and money. It can be played alone or in combination with other sets, enhancing the experience.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: VIP
More details for Anno Domini: VIPThe "Anno Domini - VIP" set features historical events related to very important figures and can be played alone or combined with other sets for an enhanced experience. Each set contains 336 cards, with a description of a historical event on one side and the corresponding year on the other. Players receive nine cards and try to arrange them in chronological order, with the option to challenge the correctness of the order. Bluffing is just as crucial as knowledge, as many events are obscure or difficult to date, making it a surprisingly fun game that offers learning opportunities.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Frauen
More details for Anno Domini: FrauenThe set "Anno Domini - Women" features historical events related to women. It can be played as a standalone game or combined with other sets for a better experience.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Im Namen des Gesetzes
More details for Anno Domini: Im Namen des GesetzesThe set includes historical events where things went completely wrong. It can be played alone or alongside other sets for the best experience.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Sport
More details for Anno Domini: SportThe "Anno Domini - Sport" set features historical events related to the world of sports. It can be played as a standalone game or combined with other sets for an enhanced experience.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Wort Schrift Buch
More details for Anno Domini: Wort Schrift BuchThe "Word Writing Book" set includes historical events related to writing, printing, and the history of popular phrases. Like all Anno Domini editions, it can be played alone or mixed with other sets.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Lifestyle
More details for Anno Domini: LifestyleThis is the Lifestyle Edition of the card game Anno Domini. It includes 336 cards, where one side names an event and the other side provides the date of that event. Players aim to create a correct chronological sequence by adding cards, or they can challenge the last player to verify the order. The goal is to be the first to place the last card correctly.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Deutschland
More details for Anno Domini: DeutschlandThe set includes historical events related to Germany and can be played individually or combined with other sets for the best experience. Each set has 336 cards featuring a description of a historical event on one side and the corresponding year on the other. Players aim to arrange their cards in chronological order, with bluffing being as crucial as knowledge in this game, which offers surprises and pure fun.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Such a Thing?
More details for Such a Thing?Players must come up with something that fits within a series of predefined categories. The game includes 220 cards with prompts like "needs fuel," "floats," or "can be used militarily." Players take turns adding cards from their hand until someone doubts the existence of a fitting item, resulting in penalties for the player whose claim is challenged or the doubter, depending on the outcome. The first player to run out of cards wins.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Fussball
More details for Anno Domini: FussballPlayers receive nine cards, each describing a historical event on one side and the year it occurred on the other. They take turns placing cards in chronological order or challenging the current sequence. Bluffing is key, as many events are not clearly dated, and the game can be played alone or combined with other editions.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Kunst
More details for Anno Domini: KunstThis is the art edition of the card game Anno Domini. Each set contains 336 cards, featuring a description of a historical event on one side and the year or a specific date on the other side.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Immediately playable
Anno Domini: Kirche & Staat
More details for Anno Domini: Kirche & StaatThe set "Anno Domini - Kirche & Staat" features historical events related to church and state. Players can enjoy it as a standalone game or together with other sets for enhanced gameplay.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Anno Domini: Gesundheit und Ernährung
More details for Anno Domini: Gesundheit und ErnährungThe set includes historical events related to things that went completely wrong. It can be played alone or combined with other sets for the best experience.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Anno Domini: Im Osten
More details for Anno Domini: Im OstenThe "Im Osten" set includes historical events related to Asia, though their connections may not be immediately obvious. Players each receive nine cards, focusing on the descriptions while attempting to place them in chronological order. Bluffing plays a crucial role, as players can challenge the order, leading to surprising outcomes and plenty of fun.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Anno Domini: Spiel des Jahres
More details for Anno Domini: Spiel des JahresThe "Anno Domini - Game of the Year" set includes events related to award-winning games, featuring quirky jury decisions and everything that true board game enthusiasts should love. It can be played solo or in conjunction with other sets for an optimal experience.
- 2 - 8 Players
- 30 Minutes
- 10+ years old
- Easy to learn
Millionen von Schwalben
More details for Millionen von SchwalbenMillions of Swallows is a satirical football-themed game where players manage multiple soccer teams in a championship tournament, aiming to amass wealth. Matches are played with cards and dice, with different teams showcasing unique abilities. Players can earn substantial money by betting on games, while one player assumes the role of the referee and also places bets.
- 3 - 6 Players
- 120 Minutes
- 8+ years old
- Easy to learn
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