Monster My Neighbor

3–8 players • 20 min • ages 8+ • Z-Man Games • 2015

Publisher: Z-Man Games · Korea Boardgames
First published: 2015
Players: 3–8 players
Playing time: 20 min
Age: 8+
Genre: Card game

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Why it matters

This card game invites three to eight players to engage in quick, twenty-minute rounds that are accessible to a wide range of ages. By adapting the core experience of a board game into a portable format, it offers a concise and social tabletop experience.

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Gameplay

How it plays

Monster My Neighbor plays 3–8 players, takes about 20 minutes to play, and is recommended for ages 8 and up.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Monster My Neighbor was published by Z-Man Games in 2015 as a compact, social deduction card game designed by Jun Sasaki. Originally released in Japan under the title 'Monsters' by Oink Games, the game emerged from a wave of minimalist Japanese tabletop design that emphasized small footprints and high replayability. It was crafted to be a quick, accessible experience that could be taught in minutes, fitting into the publisher's strategy of bringing innovative international designs to a wider global audience.

The game's visual identity relies on whimsical, character-driven illustrations that define the personality of the various monsters players must deduce. The design focuses on a hidden-role mechanic where players attempt to identify which of their opponents is holding a specific monster card while managing their own hand. Upon its release, it was noted by critics for its deceptively simple ruleset and the tension it generates during the final reveal, cementing its place as a staple of the micro-game genre.

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Monster My Neighbor is a game in the Board Games catalog on collecto.rs. 3–8 players • 20 min • ages 8+ • Z-Man Games • 2015. It's filed under card game. Catalog data is sourced from Wikidata. No public games collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.

How do you play Monster My Neighbor?

Monster My Neighbor is a board game for 3–8 players, running about 20 minutes, filed under card game. 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 Monster My Neighbor for?

Monster My Neighbor is built for 3–8 players. That count comes from this catalog entry alone — nothing from an expansion or a spin-off is folded into it.

How long does Monster My Neighbor take to play?

A game of Monster My Neighbor is listed at about 20 minutes. Real sessions run shorter or longer depending on player count and how well the table already knows the game.

What age is Monster My Neighbor for?

Monster My Neighbor lists a minimum age of 8. That's a recommended starting age rather than a hard rule.

Who publishes Monster My Neighbor?

Monster My Neighbor is published by Z-Man Games and Korea Boardgames. The catalog gives its publication year as 2015.

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