The original version of this game is older than I am but I remember playing it at my Aunt's house as a kid. I honestly don't remember much of the details beyond the electronic gizmo which was super cool at the time and that you were trying to catch a thief. I backed the Kickstarter right away basically purely on nostalgia and the developer names attached to it. Glad to see it get a good review.
One of my favorite games as a kid. So much so I programmed a version on a VIC20 (a personal PC with 3.5KB of RAM) way back in the day. Like the movement cards. Glad someone with the funds is doing this. Makes too much sense. Although it's a franchised game, Milton Bradley's 'Daytona 500' may be worth looking into.
I have fond memories of playing the original as a kid. From the overview, it sounds like they kept the rules almost exactly the same, with the exception that investigators use movement cards and are each a little different. But the roll and move was the weakest part of the original, so that sounds like an excellent change.
This is pretty cool, kinda reminds me of Specter Ops, but with an A.I player instead of someone on a notepad and a theme that's appealing to more than gamers. Will keep my eye out for this one when I can as I really enjoy specter ops and will probably enjoy this as well with my family who doesn't play board games like I do.
As a backer of the game I can tell you that that is definitely a possibility. They originally thought to leave that out of the app, but many backers mentioned how they liked that feature so it is in the app at least as an option in the settings screen. At least that's what they told us, I don't have the app yet to see for myself. ;)
No, the thief does not escape in the retail game. And that sucks. What it means is that detectives that aren't close to the thief just ignore the game until the next thief. The closest detective is guaranteed to catch the thief.
I just can't get behind this one. I have an original copy of the 1979 game and this refresh just doesn't melt my butter. I'd much rather have and play the original. I'm biased though because I have fond childhood memories of the original game... so a refresh would need to have all that nostalgia feel for me, which this just doesn't. The original artwork, player pieces, wanted cards, all of it was superior in the original version in my humble opinion. The only benefit/upgrade for me in this is the cell phone app. I'll keep using my 9V powered "crime scanner", and if it breaks, I'll get the cell phone app that works with the old board (which there is one out there).
3 player videos are better then 1 player videos :-) i don't like hybrid games though, before you know it all players play against each other on their smart phones.
This looks really cool except for having to use a smartphone app. I really, really do not like board games that make you use an app. Having a unique gizmo in the box sounds much cooler. And I'm so tired of people being glued to their phones. The whole point of board games for us is to have family time away from screens, especially for the kids.
I've never understood this argument. Using the phone as an app for a board game STOPS people from being glued to their phones. It's just a tool, and no one is looking at it - unless it's actually part of the game.
Ha! It's not technically stealing. From the rulebook: "Maybe the other investigator lost a bet to you. Maybe they bought your collection of porcelain figurines. Either way, it's time to pay up."
Restoration Games haha! Thanks for the clarification. and just so you know, I really do like the fact that each character has different movement cards and different abilities. Are you only going to be selling the game from your website come August?
Miami Dice is on a roll, keep it up and keep 'em coming!
So many Miami Dice lately! I'm not complaining!
I had a friend in grade school who had this game. Great memories! Can't wait to introduce the new version to my kids!
Love to hear those kinds of stories. That's why we're doing this!
The original version of this game is older than I am but I remember playing it at my Aunt's house as a kid. I honestly don't remember much of the details beyond the electronic gizmo which was super cool at the time and that you were trying to catch a thief.
I backed the Kickstarter right away basically purely on nostalgia and the developer names attached to it. Glad to see it get a good review.
Tom, I really thought you would use your phone in the component drop.
The first player is the one with the shortest name: Sam, Tom, Zee... :))))
Or use their other aliases: Thomas, Samuel, Zunyer(
One of my favorite games as a kid. So much so I programmed a version on a VIC20 (a personal PC with 3.5KB of RAM) way back in the day. Like the movement cards.
Glad someone with the funds is doing this. Makes too much sense. Although it's a franchised game, Milton Bradley's 'Daytona 500' may be worth looking into.
Apparently it has been looked into and being released as "Downforce." Two revs up!
thumbs up for a Vic 20 reference! save that program to cassette?
There's a box somewhere . . .
I have fond memories of playing the original as a kid. From the overview, it sounds like they kept the rules almost exactly the same, with the exception that investigators use movement cards and are each a little different. But the roll and move was the weakest part of the original, so that sounds like an excellent change.
Pretty much. Also, by adding the asymmetrical movement decks, we also moved the sleuth cards to them.
@8:27 Sam is stuck in "really" mode. heh ;-)
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Sounds pretty fun! Wouldn't mind trying it out sometime.
Watching this in 2021, RIP Toys 'R' Us, having just found this game, I'll never know if it made it to their shelves :P
This is pretty cool, kinda reminds me of Specter Ops, but with an A.I player instead of someone on a notepad and a theme that's appealing to more than gamers. Will keep my eye out for this one when I can as I really enjoy specter ops and will probably enjoy this as well with my family who doesn't play board games like I do.
So when does Tom plan on picking up Curious George from the park? ;)
I am from Romania,and I have no idea how to get the game,can somebody help?
Will you guys do a top 10 deduction game?
Type" top 10 deduction games" in youtube search bar ;)
Wojciech Król ahhh they did it a year ago
Looks good to me, and I'm excited to see more "classic" games get a modern update
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The original game had a $100 fine if you made an arrest and they weren't there. So just guessing can be expensive
But where do I buy it? Is it only Kickstarter? when did DT start doing Ks stuff?
Nope. It will be released at Gen Con and will be in retail shortly thereafter. Ask your FLGS now; they should be starting to order.
Restoration Games Will there be other language versions (German)? :) Thx guys
At some point, yes. We are working on a plan for different language editions as we speak.
Perfect! Thanks millions for the speedy reply. Hugely appreciated. Looking forward to Essen.
I like app-supported board games ... but I am concerned that these games are only playable as long as the app is live and supported.
Looks like a good game except for the meeples that can't seem to stand very well.
I call foul on that component drop!!!! He didn't drop his smart phone with it!!!!
So many MD!!! :P
Can the thief escape like in the original game?
As a backer of the game I can tell you that that is definitely a possibility. They originally thought to leave that out of the app, but many backers mentioned how they liked that feature so it is in the app at least as an option in the settings screen.
At least that's what they told us, I don't have the app yet to see for myself. ;)
No, the thief does not escape in the retail game. And that sucks. What it means is that detectives that aren't close to the thief just ignore the game until the next thief. The closest detective is guaranteed to catch the thief.
I just can't get behind this one. I have an original copy of the 1979 game and this refresh just doesn't melt my butter. I'd much rather have and play the original. I'm biased though because I have fond childhood memories of the original game... so a refresh would need to have all that nostalgia feel for me, which this just doesn't. The original artwork, player pieces, wanted cards, all of it was superior in the original version in my humble opinion. The only benefit/upgrade for me in this is the cell phone app. I'll keep using my 9V powered "crime scanner", and if it breaks, I'll get the cell phone app that works with the old board (which there is one out there).
There is? Where can you get it? I just can't find it
@@jacquesdesforges1266 AntiGang - StopThief Smartphone Edition in the Google Play Store. Not sure if there's one for Apple or not.
@@tjwright thanks a lot for the info!
it'd be more fun if the thief was an actual player who steals and hides.
The second edition copy that went to retail stores actually includes a 1-vs-All mode, Cooperative mode, and Solo rules, so 4 ways to play in all!
3 player videos are better then 1 player videos :-)
i don't like hybrid games though, before you know it all players play against each other on their smart phones.
Is Elliott the less famous brother of Phil?
Josef Swinkunas That's all right then, as I am also older that the original Stop Thief. So the joke and I have grown up together, we're old friends. 😄
This looks really cool except for having to use a smartphone app. I really, really do not like board games that make you use an app. Having a unique gizmo in the box sounds much cooler. And I'm so tired of people being glued to their phones. The whole point of board games for us is to have family time away from screens, especially for the kids.
I've never understood this argument. Using the phone as an app for a board game STOPS people from being glued to their phones. It's just a tool, and no one is looking at it - unless it's actually part of the game.
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Wait, the ability of one of the characters is to steal money from players that have stopped a thief? Hmm...
Ha! It's not technically stealing. From the rulebook: "Maybe the other investigator lost a bet to you. Maybe they bought your collection of porcelain figurines. Either way, it's time to pay up."
Restoration Games haha! Thanks for the clarification. and just so you know, I really do like the fact that each character has different movement cards and different abilities. Are you only going to be selling the game from your website come August?
Oh, no. The game will be available in "regular" retail, including your FLGS -- ask them to order it! -- various online sellers, and Amazon.