Mezen – A Puzzle of Patterns and Tradition 🎨🧩

Step into the role of a northern craftsman, drawing inspiration from the rich Mezen folk art tradition to create intricate ornamental paintings.

Mezen is a captivating tile-based puzzle game for 1–5 players aged 8 and up. Over ten rounds, players manipulate a 5×5 grid of double-sided animal tiles, flipping, sliding, and arranging them to meet evolving scoring objectives. Each decision shapes your unique tapestry of symbols, reflecting the harmony and balance of Siberian artistry.

🧠 Strategic Tile Manipulation

Each round, the active player selects an animal symbol. All players then remove contiguous groups of matching tiles, flip them, and let the tiles above cascade down. The flipped tiles are reintroduced at the top, altering the grid's landscape and creating new opportunities for scoring.

🔮 Dynamic Scoring Objectives

Scoring goals change every round, challenging players to adapt their strategies. Objectives may focus on specific tile placements, patterns, or combinations, ensuring a fresh and engaging experience each game.

🧿 Amulets – Tools of the Artisan

Utilize amulet tokens to influence gameplay—altering tile groups, changing the active symbol, or bridging gaps. These tokens provide a layer of tactical depth, allowing for creative solutions to complex puzzles.

🎨 Celebrating Mezen Art

The game's aesthetic draws from the Mezen painting style, characterized by bold red and black motifs depicting animals, nature, and celestial symbols. This visual homage enriches the gaming experience, connecting players to a storied cultural heritage.

Why Mezen is a Must-Have:

• 🧩 Engaging Mechanics: Combines pattern recognition, spatial reasoning, and strategic planning.
• 🎨 Artistic Immersion: Beautifully designed components that pay tribute to traditional Siberian art.
• 🔁 High Replayability: Variable scoring objectives and player interactions ensure each game is unique.

Embrace the challenge of Mezen and craft your masterpiece through thoughtful play and artistic expression.