In Showtime!, the key to enjoying the cinematic experience lies in choosing the right seat. As eager moviegoers vie for the best spot to catch the blockbusters and earn points, they must navigate through various obstacles—avoiding tall viewers blocking the view, disruptive children, or obstructed seats. Preferences also come into play, whether it's sitting with a partner, amidst a specific gender, or in the coveted front row. However, the tranquility of the cinema may be disrupted by unexpected events, threatening to upend carefully chosen seating arrangements. In this lively game, players aim to provide the most enjoyable movie experience to their visitors over three rounds to emerge victorious.
Formerly known as "Film ab!", Showtime! offers a delightful and accessible family gaming experience, blending humor with a familiar theme from everyday life. With its clever placement mechanics and a diverse cast of characters reminiscent of typical cinema encounters, the game promises entertaining moments around the gaming table for players of all ages.
1 Cinema (consisting of 5 parts)
4 Movie Posters
12 Tickets
1 Bag of Popcorn
64 Persons
4 Overview Cards
2 Rulebooks (EN,GER)
Manufacturer:
Pegasus Spiele
Year Manufactured: 2018
Item Weight: 1.81 pounds
Item UPC: 4250231711213
It's a well-known fact that with the wrong audience, any film can become a horror show. For the audience in Showtime! that wants to enjoy the offered blockbusters and score points, the right seating choice is the all-important factor. They want to avoid having tall men in front of them, children who are blowing bubbles in the middle of the row, or purses blocking neighboring seats. Many moviegoers also have certain preferences. They would like to sit together with their partner, be surrounded by men or women, or sit in the first row. One can only hope that before the start of a show, a riot doesn't break out and chase people away from their chosen seats. Whoever's visitors have had the most pleasure in the cinema after three rounds wins.
Showtime! (formerly called Film ab!) is an easily accessible, brisk family game with a funny theme that everyone knows from their everyday life. The clever placement mechanism and the different characters, each of whom one has likely encountered in the cinema, provide great entertainment at the game table.