Title: MonsDRAWsity
Designed By: Eric Slauson
Art By: Hector Amavizca, Kennedy Cooke-Garza, Shawn Daley, Mihajlo Dimitrievski, Gilbert Jansen, David Melvin, Nolan Nasser, and Martha Webby
Published By: Deep Water Games
Released: 2020
Player Count: 308
Time to Play: 20 Minutes
Ages: 8+
Overview:
MonsDRAWsity, published by Deep Water Games, is an uproarious party game for aspiring sketch artists. In each round, one player acts as the witness and gets a quick glance at a card featuring a bizarre creature. The witness then describes the creature to the other players, who must draw the creature based on the description. Once time is up, the sketches are revealed, and the witness votes for the drawing that most closely matches their memory. The creature card is then shown, and all players vote for the drawing they think best represents the card. Points are awarded based on votes, with an additional point if the witness's choice matches the group's choice. Each player gets a turn as the witness twice, making for a game filled with hilarious art and memorable moments.
What's purr-ty cool:
Effortless Setup and Play:
MonsDRAWsity is a breeze to set up and learn, taking just minutes to get everyone up to speed. It's a perfect choice for diverse groups, including families, college students, or an adult-only game night. The simplicity and accessibility make it ideal for holiday gatherings where you need a game that everyone can jump into. With a maximum of eight players and the potential to expand with additional whiteboards or paper, it's easy to accommodate large groups, ensuring no one is left out of the fun.
Artistic Skill Not Required:
Worried about your drawing skills? Fear not! MonsDRAWsity doesn't demand you to be a Pi-cat-so to win. The creatures are outlandish and whimsical, and since you can't see them, you're solely relying on the witness's description. Basic shapes and a bit of creativity are all you need to capture the essence of the monsters. The challenge lies more in the witness's ability to recall and describe the creature accurately. The balanced scoring system rewards both descriptive prowess and artistic attempts, ensuring everyone has a fair shot at victory.
Quirky and Engaging Art:
The art in MonsDRAWsity is delightfully unique, with monsters that are both a little creepy and captivating. For younger players, the "Cute Creatures" expansion offers friendlier subjects to draw, making the game suitable for all ages. The inclusion of dry-erase boards and markers with erasers for each player adds to the convenience and replayability. The quirky art adds an extra layer of fun as players try to recreate these peculiar beings based on sometimes vague and humorous descriptions.
The cat's meow:
"In MonsDRAWsity, even the wildest imagination can't prepare you for the hilarious monstrosities you'll sketch. A purr-fect blend of memory, description, and artistic chaos! Also, mom says I should be in the next expansion because I am a little terror sometimes." - Solo the Spokescat
Disclosure: Pudgy Cat Games was provided a copy of this game in exchange for a review, however, this review reflects the honest thoughts of the author.
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