Pathfinder
- Players: 2 players
- Play time: 20 min
- BGG rating: 6.2
About Pathfinder
This game could be described as maze battleships. The game has 2 phases, set up and play. During set up, each player has a hidden board on which they set up, not a set of ships, but a maze with small rectangular plastic walls. They place a sitting man figure somewhere in the maze. During play, each player takes turns to call out steps along the opponents maze (blind) until they bump into a wall. They have a duplicate board on which they track their knowledge of the opponents hidden maze. Then the other player goes. The game consists of a nifty plastic case that closes up to form a "suitcase" for storage and transport. The original German version Sniff included many variants, including one in which the treasures are protected by ditches and guard dogs.
- Released
- 1974
- Designers
- Mark Berger, Edith Grein-Böttcher
- Age
- 8+
- Best with
- 2 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play Pathfinder?
Pathfinder plays with 2 players.
What is the best player count for Pathfinder?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Pathfinder is best with 2 players (6 votes).
How long does Pathfinder take to play?
A game of Pathfinder takes 20 min.
What age is Pathfinder for?
The recommended minimum age for Pathfinder is 8+.
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