Alchemists

Mandrake root and scorpion tail, spongy mushroom and warty toad—these strange ingredients form the very foundation of the alchemist's livelihood, science, and art. In Alchemists, two to four budding practitioners compete to uncover the arcane secrets hidden within these mystical components. Developed by Czech Games Edition, this title blends worker placement with deep logic and deduction. Your journey involves mixing ingredients into experimental potions and drinking them to determine their effects personally, though the more cautious scholar might prefer to test the concoction on a helpful, albeit reluctant, assistant. Every experiment provides a piece of the puzzle, bringing you closer to understanding the true nature of the world’s magical elements.

As your knowledge grows, so too must your influence within the academic community. You will earn riches by selling successfully brewed potions to wandering adventurers, then reinvest those profits into powerful magical artefacts that grant unique abilities. However, the true path to victory lies in publishing your theories for all to see. Your reputation is built on the accuracy of your findings; points are awarded for correct theories, but a poorly researched paper can lead to professional embarrassment. This creates a tense atmosphere of academic rivalry where you must decide when to share your findings and when to wait for more concrete evidence before committing to a claim.

The game utilises a companion app to randomise the alchemical properties of the ingredients for every session, ensuring that no two games ever present the same logic puzzle. This digital integration allows for a seamless experience as you scan your combined cards to see the resulting potion instantly. Beyond the deduction, the game is a rich strategy experience where you must manage your actions and resources across various locations in the town. Whether you are foraging for new ingredients, debunking a rival's incorrect theory, or presenting your latest breakthrough, Alchemists offers a rewarding and brain-teasing challenge that perfectly captures the murky, exciting depths of a magical laboratory.

• App-Driven Deduction: A companion app ensures a unique logical puzzle every time you play, randomising the secret properties of the ingredients.
• Scientific Method Gameplay: Experiment with various combinations to narrow down the chemical makeup of eight distinct magical components.
• Reputation and Publishing: Gain prestige by being the first to publish theories, but be prepared to defend them against the scrutiny of your rivals.
• Economic Management: Sell potions to heroes to fund the purchase of artefacts that can provide a significant advantage in your research.
• High Replayability: Multiple paths to victory and an ever-changing logic core make every session a fresh test of your strategic and deductive skills.