The Little Prince: Make Me a Planet

The Little Prince: Make Me a Planet

Licensed / AdaptedTerritory Building
Players
2-5
Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
4 players
Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
25 min
AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
8+
ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
1.6 / 5
Year
2013

About the game

The Little Prince: Make Me a Planet invites players to build their own tiny planet as a home for the beloved characters from Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's classic story: the fox, the sheep, the elephant, and the snake. Each round, players draft tiles by passing them along in a chain of choices, carefully avoiding too many baobab trees or volcanoes that can ruin a planet's potential. At the end of the game, four characters tour each player's planet, scoring points based on what's been built around them. The whimsical art and gentle theme make it an inviting, family-friendly drafting game. Whoever built the most rewarding little world wins.

Hobbli's Notes

Hobbli's team finds this a charming, easygoing drafting game that captures the whimsy of The Little Prince beautifully. The tile-passing draft mechanism is simple enough for kids to grasp while still offering some planning for adults. It's light and quick, so it works well as a warm-up or filler between heavier games. Fans of the book or film will especially appreciate the gentle presentation and characters.

What we like

  • Charming, whimsical theme based on the beloved story.
  • Simple tile-drafting mechanism is easy for kids to learn.
  • Quick 25-minute playtime fits easily into family game nights.
  • Lovely, gentle artwork that fans of the book will love.

Keep in mind

  • Limited strategic depth for experienced gamers.
  • Baobab and volcano penalties can feel a bit random for younger players.
  • Not much tension or interaction between players.

Who it's for

Great for families with children aged 8+ playing in groups of 2-5 who enjoy light drafting and set-collection games.

Mechanics

DraftingSet Collection

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