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Concept

Concept is a guessing game where players communicate ideas using only icons on a board—no talking, miming, or sounds allowed. You place markers to build meaning through visual language, challenging others to interpret your clue. It’s clever, abstract, and rewards creative thinking.

Mechanics:

Action Choice, Cooperative, Deduction, Observation, Pattern Building, Presentation, Real-time, Simultaneous Action, Storytelling, Trivia, Turn-based, Wordplay, Worker Placement,

Dynamics:

Adaptability, Application, Attention, Communication, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Curiosity, Cultural Intelligence, Feedback, Grit, Initiative, Listening, Problem Solving, Resourcefulness, Responsiveness, Self Advocacy, Skill-building, Strategy Development, Teamwork,

HOW TO PLAY

Written Instructions:

Play Personalities

Joker, Explorer, Competitor, Director, Creator, Storyteller,

As a Physical Game

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As a Digital Game

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As an Opener

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As a Core Activity

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As a Closer

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FACILITATION SUPPORT

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Buy / Access

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DIY Notes:

Variations

> XL Expansion

Pulse Check

Q - Are people having fun — smiling, laughing, in deep thought? 

Q - Does everyone seem open to keep playing? Are the disengaged able to be more engaged? 

Q - Do you hear productive strategizing about how to improve process or results?

How

Position the reflection around pathways and resources for accomplishing goals and future growth: 

Q - How did the team organize itself around the rules and objectives? 

Q - Did conflict or miscommunication affect the game? How might you address that for next time? 

Q - Would more time, people, or resources have shifted the team's approach? How so?

Think

Position the reflection around rational planning and communication methods: 

Q - Did this game illuminate any patterns in how you give and receive information? 

Q - How might it be helpful to know the preferences and tendencies of your colleagues? 

Q - Could your team benefit from additional or more diverse perspectives?

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Learning Preambles

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