Alchemists

Mix potions, publish theories, and expose your rivals as frauds

👥 2–4 playersapprox. 120 min🪄 Takes some learning12+
7.4 · BGG #180

Who it's for

Logic puzzle enthusiasts who enjoy deduction games with a strategic backbone. Best at 3-4 players who appreciate the thrill of publishing risky theories.

Not for you if…

Not for players who dislike app-assisted games or heavy deduction that rewards note-taking.

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Vibe's take

Cerebral, deductive, competitive, humorous

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About this game

Alchemists is a deduction game where players mix ingredients, publish theories, and debunk rivals. Using a companion app to verify potion results, you must deduce the hidden alchemical properties of eight ingredients while managing your reputation in the academic world.

App-integratedLogic puzzleWorker placementDeduction

By the numbers

Players

Best at 4 playersWorks with 2–4

Duration

120 min

Ages 12+

Complexity

3.9 / 5 — Heavy

BGG Rating

7.4/10

Rank #180

25k ratings

Published

2014

Language

Moderate text

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