The Apotheca: The Secret Potion Society board game by Knapsack, released in 2016, is a captivating family game that allows for solo play. With a theme inspired by magic and spells, players are immerse themselves in a world of cardboard, paper, and plastic components. Suitable for ages 13 and up, this complete game offers a thrilling experience for both teenagers and adults alike, making it a must-have for board game enthusiasts looking for a unique and immersive gaming experience.
Fantastic lightweight board game testing a it of memory and fluid tactics. You use your Apothecaries to move potions around the board (some face up and some concealed) trying to get three in a row. Recruiting new Apothecaries gives you move powerful moves but collecting a potion causes an Apothecary of yours to be flipped and its power is lost. First person to satisfy 3 Apothecaries wins.
There's a lot going on, with an ever changing board, a slight deck building element and a dose of push your luck. There's a nice one-against-many variant for more experienced players.
Lovely components and absorbing challenges for up to 4 players for up to 30 minutes.