Hotell Kantarell Spel -

Hotell Kantarell Spel -

Hotell Kantarell carves a niche by blending (locks, compass) with a story‑driven card system , something you don’t get in the purely card‑based Unlock! series. Its light, cartoonish aesthetic also sets it apart from the more horror‑flavored Mysterium. 6. Verdict – Should You Add It to Your Shelf? Bottom line: Hotell Kantarell is an excellent entry point into the world of escape‑room board games for families and casual gamers. Its charming artwork, solid component quality, and flexible difficulty make it a great “starter” game that can still challenge veteran puzzlers when you crank up the Hard track.

The game is designed for , ages 8+ , and typically takes 45‑70 minutes to play. It’s sold as a boxed set containing a beautifully illustrated board, a deck of “clue” cards, a handful of reusable puzzle components, and a small booklet of riddles and story snippets. 1. First Impressions – The Box and Components | Component | Description | Quality | |-----------|-------------|---------| | Game board | A double‑sided, fold‑out map of the hotel (ground floor & attic). The art is a delightful blend of Nordic folk motifs and cartoonish mushrooms. | Thick, matte‑finished cardstock – very durable. | | Clue cards | 120 cards split into “Room”, “Item”, “Riddle” and “Event” categories. | High‑gloss, rounded corners, easy to shuffle. | | Puzzle pieces | Mini‑locks, magnetic tiles, a tiny compass, and a set of colour‑coded keys. | Sturdy plastic with a satisfying “click” feel. | | Story booklet | 24‑page illustrated guide that doubles as a narrative journal. | Glossy paper, lovely hand‑drawn illustrations. | | Timer | A sand‑timer (7 min) used for the “midnight rush” phase. | Simple, but adds tension. | Hotell Kantarell Spel

Overall, the puzzle mix feels balanced. The easiest riddles are perfect for 8‑year‑olds, while the cipher and multi‑step logic challenges keep adults engaged. Pros | ✅ | Why It Matters | |----|----------------| | Family‑friendly | Easy entry point, but depth for older players. | | Replayability | 3 difficulty tracks + randomised clue deck → a new mystery each session. | | High‑quality components | Sturdy pieces and gorgeous artwork encourage repeat play. | | Co‑operative focus | No “winner‑takes‑all” drama; the game rewards teamwork. | | Portability | Small box fits in a backpack; perfect for game‑night or a weekend cabin trip. | Cons | ❌ | Why It Might Bite | |----|-------------------| | Swedish‑only text | Non‑Swedish speakers need a translation guide (the community has produced fan translations on BoardGameGeek, but the official rulebook is only in Swedish). | | Limited player count | Only 2‑6 players; not ideal for large parties unless you split into teams. | | Midnight timer can be stressful | Some families find the sand‑timer “rush” phase too intense for younger kids; you can simply skip it for a more relaxed play. | | Puzzle difficulty spikes | The Hard track can be unforgiving if players haven’t practiced ciphers before. | 5. How Does It Compare to Similar Games? | Game | Theme | Co‑op/Competitive | Puzzle Focus | Age Range | |------|-------|-------------------|--------------|-----------| | Escape Room: The Game | Generic (various scenarios) | Co‑op (timer) | Card‑based puzzles | 12+ | | Unlock! | Adventure/Detective | Competitive (solo or team) | Card‑only riddles | 10+ | | Mysterium | Ghostly communication | Cooperative | Visual clue interpretation | 10+ | | Hotell Kantarell | Whimsical mushroom hotel | Cooperative | Mixed (cards + physical components) | 8+ | Hotell Kantarell carves a niche by blending (locks,

Happy puzzling, and may the midnight bell never catch you off guard! Its charming artwork, solid component quality, and flexible

★★★★☆ (4/5)

By [Your Name] – 26 March 2026 What is Hotell Kantarell? Hotell Kantarell (sometimes just called Hotell Kantarell Spel ) is a Swedish‑language board‑game/party‑game hybrid that was first released in 2022 by the indie publisher Spelmakarna . It’s marketed as a “co‑operative mystery‑escape” set in a quirky mushroom‑shaped hotel where the guests (the players) must solve a series of puzzles before the midnight bell tolls.

Love it! I find it to be extremely fun, and I cannot wait till multiplayer's out!

A very unique twist to the survival game. I really enjoyed the game and got fairly high in level.

Really a great game, and great idea. i can't wait for multiplayers mode. 5/5

About the game and us

Feed and Grow is a brand new game based in an amazing sea world. You play as a fish and your goal is to hunt other fish. As the name goes, feed and grow! :)

In development

The game is in the early development stage at the moment and we have fun plans for it. Among the most anticipated updates is the multiplayer version (and, boy our local network test version is soooo much fun :) ). Stay tuned for more updates, coming very very soon.

Goals

  • Online Multiplayer
    Local network multiplayer is already working and will be available too, once we finish the online version.
  • New maps and unique game modes on top of current survival mode
    Deadmatch, Team deadmatch, Steal the flag, Capture spawn area or even a fun 'zombie?' infection-run/swim-for-your-life
  • A lot of more diversity, more fish species and other sea creatures
  • Unique special attacks, abilities and passive effects to certain species.

Meet the bros

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Feed and Grow game is made by a team of two brothers, Robert (programming), Dominik (graphics), we're from Slovakia (EU). Any reply or message is directly from us and we're excited to meet you all in Feed and Grow world :)

The whole game is custom made by us, from the idea through graphics, 3D models, gameplay physics to the website here :)

Multiplayer version release date?

Fingers crossed (or fingers on the keyboard :) in December 2015 :) We're working hard to get it all up and ready.

If there's anything you want to tell us, we're more than happy to hear from you - , Facebook or GameJolt are pretty fine to contact us :) and we value every word from you, guys.

Also, we want to say a big thanks to the amazing crowd at GameJolt, all the fan videos, commenters on multiple sites for their great help, tips and awesome support so far!