Smart Zone Games Hive Pocket

Why would anyone want to buy a bag of bug tiles? The game comes with 26 sturdy hexagon bug tiles, a really nice leather-feeling travel bag that could easily fit in your pocket, and instructions. Now because this is Hive Pocket, youd think that the pieces would be tiny, right? Theyre not--if you showed somebody this that didnt know there was the full-size version, theyd think that this was the real deal. The pieces are PLENTY big. In fact, Id think that the full-size pieces are TOO big. Plus, this version comes with two expansions--the ladybug and the mosquito--so you dont have to spend an extra twenty dollars for them. Theres still the pillbug expansion to buy if you want to take it even further. I dont have the original, but I think the travel bag would be much better than that weird circle thingy. Would I choose the pocket version over the original? Probably.

Similar to the traditional chess, this game has pawns which move in different ways, albeit the pawns are modeled after bugs rather than animals. The lack of a board allows it to be played on any surface at any time. For those who like chess, this will be a good complementary game.

This version of the game comes with the base set of pieces as well as the additional, more advanced mosquito and ladybug. Also included is a pretty quality canvas bag for holding the game. The pieces are durable and tactile, very fun to hold and play with. The game itself is extremely fun, easy to learn + teach, and quick to play. Definitely my go-to game when travelling or just trying to kill some time with a friend. I often describe it as chess, if chess was fun. Each game takes at most a few minutes, and even after months of playing regularly I feel like I still learn something from every round. After playing a round, everyone Ive played with has wanted to jump into another game to test out a new strategy or piece. All in all, a very fun and engaging game for 2 players. Would recommend to literally anyone.

Quick to learn. Especially if you watch a few videos on you tube.

Great game! Unfortunately, I dont find myself with just one opponent often enough. I always end up playing games with more people.

Lots of variability and ability to try new strategies without overwhelming with needless detail. Once you get simple rules and movements down, its all good fun. Tiles are tactilely pleasant as a bonus!

This is easy to learn and hard to master. Great two player game. Non-board gamers will love this game.

Solid game and build quality

Awesome strategy game.

Great game for two players. This is the pocket version of the full game and comes with two extra pieces that are expansions for the full size. Id never played this game until I received my copy in the mail. This is a strategic game like chess where each piece has a specific movement pattern and you are trying to capture royalty; in this the Queen instead of the King. I played it three times in an hour and each game was different because of the changing nature of each turn. Id recommend this for anyone that enjoys simple strategy games.