Mother of Frankenstein: Volume 1

Manufacturer: Arcane Wonders Games

Unlike most puzzle games and escape rooms, Mother of Frankenstein was designed to be as welcoming and fun for newbies as it is rewarding for experts. Recommended for groups of 1-6, ages 13 and up, MoF combines the dense narrative complexity of a good novel with the physicality and interactivity of immersive theater, the brain-bending challenge of a puzzle-filled escape room with the accessibility and broad appeal of the best board games. Throw in a couple of clue-strewn jigsaw puzzles, and our game truly has something for everyone!

Volume 1 concerns Mary's teenage years. We learn about her education by her iconoclastic father and complete three assignments on the subjects she most loved as a student - poetry, music, and astronomy - each of which is presented in the form of a puzzle. Simultaneously, Mary embarks on a love affair with the dashing (but married) poet Percy Shelley. The course of their courtship is laid out over 15 love letters - complete with original poetry, gorgeous drawings, and some heavy flirting - but be warned, in Mother of Frankenstein, there are always secrets hidden in the spaces between the words, for those who know how to look. . .

Ages: 13+
Players: 1-6
Game Length: 240-480 minutes

Mechanisms:
• Cooperative Game
• Storytelling