I am going to have three parts of the review, first, is the components for the game. Second, is the game play. Finally, will compare the game to other games in the genre.
Components: 5/5
The production is excellent on this game. Starting with the player screens which double as player aids are great, the sheets for deducing information have ample space for stating what you know, eliminating possible answers and tracking your number choices. The cards have both symbols and written explanations for what they do. But, by far the best component is the cut cardboard analog computer component. This final piece is incredible in what it does and how cleanly it works. By taking 3 of the number cards, you can place them on top of the answer grid and be given and answer for a question. The only neutral component is the whiteboard marker which I am guessing I will need to replace soon, but is only used during set up so isn't a major issue.
Game Play: 5/5
This game fits a lot into 30 minutes! Trying to determine a three digit code in 30 minutes doesn't sound too difficult, but only having 4 to 6 questions to get there and while racing to do it both the fastest and with the least amount of clues provides plenty of challenge. The game uses both the questions you ask and the clues given as possible deductions and choosing the right number is paramount for experienced players. But the questions themselves are not too difficult to understand for new players. The game has several puzzles in the rulebook, but that is expanded by the website which seems to have an endless supply of games for all three modes: solo, competitive and cooperative.
Comparisons:
The game can have some clear connections to the classic game mastermind and but would be most closely connected to the paint the roses deduction game which is also excellent and deals with asking the correct questions. What makes this game different from most others is you do not ask the questions they are already provided based on the game which does reduce the downtime as you don't need to think of what to ask, but instead are immediately tasked with finding connections between questions.
Overall: 5/5
The game of Turning Machine allows you the opportunity to play a 30 minute game that is both challenging and satisfying and if you enjoy deduction games I cannot recommend it enough.
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| Product Dimensions | 9.84 x 9.84 x 2.36 inches |
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| Item Weight | 6.9 ounces |
| ASIN | B0B629JGSQ |
| Item model number | CSGTURING |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
| Best Sellers Rank | #34,666 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #908 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Release date | November 16, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | HACHETTE BOARDGAMES |
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Turing Machine is a fascinating and competitive deduction game.
It offers a unique experience of questioning a proto-computer that works without electricity or any sort of technology, paving the way for a new generation of deduction games.
The Goal? Find the secret code before the other players, by cleverly questioning the machine. With Turing Machine, you’ll use an analog computer with unique components made of never-before-seen perforated cards.
The game offers more than seven million problems from simple to mind-staggeringly complex combinations, making the gameplay practically endless!
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DalamardarkReviewed in Spain on March 10, 2024
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