In the Kingdom of the Polar Bear
2–4 players • 45 min • Schmidt Spiele • 1991
- Publisher
- Schmidt Spiele
- First published
- 1991
- Players
- 2–4 players
- Playing time
- 45 min
How it plays
In the Kingdom of the Polar Bear plays 2–4 players and takes about 45 minutes to play.
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Where it came from
In the Kingdom of the Polar Bear, released by Schmidt Spiele in 1991, emerged during a period when the German board game industry was experiencing a significant surge in family-oriented, thematic tabletop entertainment. The game was designed to engage younger players through a blend of simple mechanics and an immersive arctic theme, reflecting the era's focus on accessible, tactile board game experiences that prioritized social interaction over complex competitive strategy.
The visual identity of the game reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of early 1990s German game design, characterized by vibrant, clear illustrations and functional components. While the game was not a major title in the broader canon of 'Eurogames' that would gain international prominence later in the decade, it remains a representative example of the publisher’s output from that time, aimed at creating wholesome, nature-inspired gaming experiences for children.
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In the Kingdom of the Polar Bear is a board game for 2–4 players, running about 45 minutes. collecto.rs catalogues the game, not its rules — for the full rulebook, use the copy in the box or the publisher's own site.
How many players is In the Kingdom of the Polar Bear for?
In the Kingdom of the Polar Bear is built for 2–4 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.
How long does In the Kingdom of the Polar Bear take to play?
A game of In the Kingdom of the Polar Bear is listed at about 45 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.
Who publishes In the Kingdom of the Polar Bear?
In the Kingdom of the Polar Bear is published by Schmidt Spiele. The catalog gives its publication year as 1991.
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