Hive Carbon - Reviews

(4.9)

27 reviews

Info

Reviewbucket.co.uk scanned the internet for Hive Carbon reviews.
You can find all Hive Carbon reviews and ratings on this page.

Read the reviews.

Analysis

For Hive Carbon, 27 customer reviews collected from 1 e-commerce sites, and the average score is 4.9.

Detailed seller stats;
Amazon has 27 customer reviews and the average score is 4.9. Go to this seller.

Detail

Click to list all products in this category.

Similar Items

9.10.2015

Hive is without doubt one of the best tabletop games available. This game is pure strategy and doesn’t rely on the luck of a rolled dice or an event card, the only luck element involved is that the first player has a 1 move advantage – but that just forces a more defensive strategy.The rules of play are simple, both players have a matching set of insect tiles and the object of the game is to surround the queen bee of the opponent. Each insect moves in a different way so placing of pieces takes a bit of thinking about, and 1 move can alter the whole dynamic of the game. A player can place any piece or move any piece as long as the pieces are placed/moved within the rules – very much like chess.In fact, this game is often compared to chess as both involve turn-taking strategy with plan the “check-mate” your opponent as the end-game.Initially it seems a bit daunting as you have several different types of insects and each have their own signature moves, but you quickly learn them and the best way to get going is to just play and learn as you go along. After a couple of plays you’ll get a good feel of what is a strong or a weak move and you’ll insticitively know how a piece moves without having to check the rules. If you do have to look at the rules – the leaflet is quite concise and easy to check for reference. This “carbon” edition contains the original pieces along with 2 new insect types which are available as an expansion for the original game. To start with I only played with the basic pieces and introduced the expansion (Ladybird and Mosquito) once I was familiar with how the game worked.The Carbon edition differs from the original only in aesthetic and its inclusion of the 2 additional insects (meaning you don’t have to buy them separately). I purchased the Carbon edition purely because I think it looks better. The black and white pieces are beautiful and bold – easy to see and satisfyingly chunky. Whenever you read reviews of Hive you always read praise concerning the playing pieces – and it is well deserved. Instead of cardboard or cheapo plastic pieces, you get solid Bakelite pieces which feel substantial in the hand and make a great clacking noise as they are placed against other pieces. Whenever I’ve introduced people to this game they’ve fallen in love with the pieces, it instantly gives the game a feeling of superior quality and it really enhances the pleasure of the game. The game comes in a nice square box, and contains a zip up bag to keep your pieces in, making it perfect for travel.In a nutshell: An eye catching game which needs logic and strategic thinking. No board required, just a flat surface. This is the sort of game where the more you play, the better you get. Unlike games which rely on luck to progress – this is all about thinking at least a move ahead (something I’m not good at, but my wife is!) and you will learn by your mistakes! Each game lasts about 20 minutes, some can be pretty epic and take twice the time, whereas I’ve had a few games which ended after only a few moves. This is a modern classic and easily one of my all time favourites.

17.11.2017

One of 3 excellent versions of Hive, an excellent, 2 player strategy game. All 3 are aesthetically satisfying to play with and it is difficult to choose a 'best' version. This has, perhaps, a more adult feel and look about it, but this is a matter of personal choice. Very good, quality product and highly recommended.N.B. This has been referred to as 'insect chess' and 'chess without a board' and it is an ideal introduction for young children but in this case the colour version would probably be more appealing.

1.11.2017

An absolutely brilliant game, if you enjoy chess or draughts (checkers) you will love this game. There are several different versions available, I chose this one because it comes with an additional 2 insects. I also thought the black and white colour scheme was more attractive than the multicoloured ones.

28.4.2020

AMAZING GAME!! I love the look and feel of this game. Quite difficult to learn, but a quick YouTube video sorts that out! Bought a few games and this is our favourite to date. Great two player game

5.4.2021

A fantastic game, very tactile...even sounds lovely when pieces clank together.Lots of strategy and very easy to get going and pack away.One of the very best.

1.9.2018

Good little game that only takes around 20 minutes to play and is easy to learn. Pieces have a nice weighty chunky feel and should be be hard wearing.