Muse
- Players
- 2-12
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 6 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 30 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 10+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.1 / 5
- Year
- 2017
About the game
Muse is a whimsical party game where players act as an artistic muse, giving cryptic clues to guide teammates toward the correct surreal artwork. At lower player counts everyone works together cooperatively, while four or more players split into competing teams, though the core gameplay stays the same either way. Each muse must stay creative within the constraints of their inspiration card while leading artists to guess the right illustrated masterpiece. With over a hundred beautifully illustrated cards, no two rounds of clue-giving feel the same.
Hobbli's Notes
Muse's central hook of interpreting evocative, dreamlike art through cryptic clues gives it real charm compared to more literal party games. The flexible cooperative-or-team structure makes it easy to scale from a small gathering to a large party without changing rules. Beautiful illustrations add a genuine artistic flair that elevates the whole experience. It's a lovely pick for groups who enjoy creative, open-ended communication games like Dixit or Mysterium.
What we like
- Beautiful, surreal artwork elevates the clue-giving experience.
- Flexible cooperative-or-team structure scales to large groups.
- Simple rules make it easy to teach quickly.
- Over a hundred cards ensure high variety across plays.
Keep in mind
- Abstract, artistic clues may frustrate literal-minded players.
- Limited strategic depth beyond creative communication.
- Larger groups can create longer waits between turns.
Who it's for
Great for creative party groups aged 10+ who enjoy imaginative clue-giving games for 2-12 players.
