In your magical kingdom, a group of vividly - colored birds soars through the sky. To win the Queen's favor, can you entice the finest birds to land on your wire? Select them wisely to score fewer points than other bird catchers. Watch out, as the largest birds could cost you the victory! In Papageno, players gather bird cards, swap big birds for small ones or the other way around, and form pairs to achieve the ideal balance on their wire. Papageno, Mozart's well - known bird catcher, can either attract birds to your garden or disrupt all players' games. This game is suitable for 2 - 5 players (best with 4), has a playing time of 15 minutes, and is for ages 6 and up.
How to play: First, each player gets their wire. Then, start collecting bird cards. You can exchange bigger birds for smaller ones or vice versa to create pairs on your wire. Try to score fewer points than the other players. The key is to pick the right birds carefully. Remember, the large birds might seem tempting but could lead to a loss. Playing tips: Pay attention to what other players are doing. Try different strategies of card - swapping. Also, use Papageno's ability to your advantage, either to attract more birds or to mess up others' games. Maintenance: Keep the game cards in a dry place and avoid bending them. When not in use, store the game in its box to prevent loss of parts.
