A Thrilling Strategy Game of Hidden Identities and Deception!
Step into the intriguing world of Jekyll & Hyde, the board game inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson's classic tale of duality! Released in 1980 by Waddingtons, this game challenges players to uncover the true identities of their opponents’ pieces while protecting their own secrets.
Objective of the Game
In this captivating two-player game, each player controls eight pieces, half representing Dr. Jekyll and half Mr. Hyde, with their true identities hidden. Players must:
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Capture the Opponent’s Dr. Jekyll Pieces: Use strategic moves to capture your rival’s good side.
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Lose Your Own Mr. Hyde Pieces: Protect your identity by letting go of your evil alter ego.
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Guide Dr. Jekyll to Escape: Successfully move one Dr. Jekyll piece to the corner square on the opposite side of the board.
The first player to achieve one of these objectives wins the game!
How to Play
Set Up the Board:
- Each player applies self-adhesive labels to their pieces and sets them up on the board.
Strategic Movement:
- Players take turns moving their pieces one square at a time, forward, backward, or sideways. Diagonal movement is not allowed.
Capturing Pieces:
- Capture an opponent’s piece by moving onto its square. Capturing is optional, adding a layer of tactical depth.
Winning the Game:
- Capture all four of your opponent’s Dr. Jekyll pieces.
- Lose all four of your own Mr. Hyde pieces.
- Help one Dr. Jekyll piece escape to a corner square on the opposite side.
Why Rent Jekyll & Hyde?
A Literary Classic Come to Life
Immerse yourself in a game inspired by one of the most famous tales of duality and mystery.
Strategic Depth
The blend of hidden identities and tactical movement creates an engaging challenge for strategy lovers.
Perfect for Two Players
Ideal for intimate game nights, family bonding, or testing your wits against a friend.
Replayable Fun
Each game is a new battle of deception, strategy, and deduction.
Game Details
Release Year: 1980
Players: 2
Recommended Age: 10+
Game Length: 30–45 minutes
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