Heckmeck World Championships

Heckmeck World Championships 2018 Winners

Heckmeck World Championships

More than 2,500 contestants competed in the 12th Heckmeck World Championships. The 70 most successful players made it to the grand final in Munich on 17th March 2018.

After five dramatic rounds, Kolja from Bochum successfully defended the title he won last year and remains the Heckmeck World Champion for another year. Congratulations!

Many thanks to all the players and their families for participating and to Susy Heiss and her team for organising this fantastic event, celebrating the 12th Anniversary of our ‘worm game’ and the upcoming Deluxe edition of the game.

Our Euro Classics Series

Our Euro Classics Series

Build a great kingdom along the rivers of Tigris & Euphrates. Become the most powerful Samurai in feudal Japan. Lead your dynasty of Egyptian pharaohs to eternal fame under the Sun God Ra. Send your caravans Through The Desert to expand your trading empire. Or compete for the favour of the Grand Mogul in Taj Mahal.

The Quest for El Dorado

The Quest for El Dorado

Somewhere deep in the South American jungle lies the mythical land of ‘El Dorado’. Legend speaks of unimaginable golden treasures to be found there. But no-one has ever discovered this legendary place.

Now you have the opportunity to assemble your own expedition and lead it to success. But the road ahead is not easy, and other intrepid explorers are already on their way! You must ensure that your expedition is most effective in dealing with the ever-changing terrain and formidable challenges along the way.

If you succeed, victory will be yours in this innovative new deck-building game.

New Arrival – Captain Black

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New Arrival – Captain Black

Can you help Captain Black’s ghost to sail his ship to the treasure island before darkness sets in. But beware of the many dangers along the way.

Enjoy this co-operative game with an electronic ghost figure that moves round the ship and (mis)directs your activities while you are desperately trying to keep the ship afloat.

And yes, the ship is really 90cm (3 feet) long!

Ship ahoy!

Top 10 Toy Inventor

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Top 10 Toy Inventor

A survey of 2,000 inventors named Reiner as one of the world’s top 10 toy inventors, amongst industry giants such as Ole Kirk Christiansen (Lego), Frank Hornby (Hornby Trains, Meccano, Dinky Toys), Erno Rubik (Rubik’s Cube), Ruth Handler (Barbie Doll), and Walter Frederick Morrison (Frisbee).

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