Introduction
The Hasbro Gaming Cranium Dark Game is a party game designed for players who enjoy acting and creative challenges. This manual provides instructions for setting up and playing the game, ensuring a fun and engaging experience.
What's in the Box
Your Cranium Dark Game includes the following components:
- 400 Cards (Cranium Cards and Action Cards)
- 1 Timer
- Cranium Clay
- 2 Pads of Paper
- Instructions
- Game Unit
Image: All components of the Cranium Dark game, including the stacks of cards, the timer, a tub of Cranium Clay, and two pads of paper.
Setup
- Form Teams: Divide players into at least two teams.
- Prepare Cards: Separate the Cranium Cards and Action Cards into two distinct piles.
- Place Components: Place the timer, Cranium Clay, and paper pads within easy reach of all players.
- Determine First Player: Decide which team goes first (e.g., by rolling a die or choosing the youngest player).
Image: Players engaged in a game of Cranium Dark, demonstrating the social aspect and setup of the game.
How to Play
Cranium Dark involves combining an Action Card with a secret Cranium Card. The goal is to get your teammates to guess the word or phrase on the secret Cranium Card by performing it according to the instructions on the Action Card.
- Draw Cards: On your turn, draw one Action Card and one Cranium Card.
- Reveal Action: Show the Action Card to all players.
- Keep Cranium Card Secret: Keep the Cranium Card hidden from other players.
- Perform: Without saying any of the words on the Cranium Card, act out the phrase in the style dictated by the Action Card.
- Timer: Start the timer. Your team has 60 seconds to guess.
- Guessing: Teammates shout out guesses.
- Successful Guess: If your team guesses correctly before the timer runs out, keep both cards.
- Unsuccessful Guess: If your team does not guess correctly, discard both cards.
- Next Turn: Play passes to the next team.
Image: The back of the game box illustrates a gameplay scenario: "Think you can get your friends to guess 'milk a cow' while acting like a zombie."
Game Categories
The game challenges players across various categories:
- Data Head: Answer trivia questions.
- Word Worm: Solve word puzzles, define words, or spell words backward.
- Creative Cat: Sketch, sculpt with Cranium Clay, or draw with your eyes closed.
- Star Performer: Act out clues, hum tunes, or impersonate.
Winning the Game
The first team to collect 7 cards wins the Cranium Dark Game.
Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 4.13 x 7.48 x 4.13 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.46 pounds |
| Item Model Number | B7402 |
| Manufacturer Recommended Age | 15 - 16 years |
| Release Date | July 1, 2016 |
| Manufacturer | Hasbro |
Image: A person holding the Cranium Dark game box, illustrating its compact size and dimensions.
Safety Information
This game is recommended for ages 15 and up. It may contain small parts that could be a choking hazard for young children. Adult supervision is advised during gameplay.
Product Overview Video
Video: An official overview of the Cranium Dark Game, showcasing its components and general gameplay.
Warranty and Support
For warranty information, technical support, or replacement parts, please refer to the official Hasbro Gaming website or contact their customer service directly.