
- BGG rank
- BGG #28,094
- BGG rating
- 5.2
Madeline Game
- 2–4 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.0/5
- 1992

1995
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I Spy Memory Game is a board game released in 1995 for 1–6 players, 10 minutes per game, and ages 5 and up. It was designed by Martine Redman and its main mechanics are Memory.
This is a Memory game based on the "I Spy" line of classic children's books and the photographs of Walter Wick and Jean Marzollo. The catch is that the images aren't exact matches. Instead, one version may be a silhouette or from another angle. According to the instructions, recognizing an object in a different environment is a valuable pre-reading skill. Several variants are provided. Younger players play it just like the classic Memory game by turning over two cards and trying to find the pairs. Older players play it by trying to find the four cards that match objects named in a riddle. The pictures are beautiful.
I Spy Memory Game supports 1–6 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for I Spy Memory Game is 10 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists I Spy Memory Game for ages 5 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
I Spy Memory Game has a complexity rating of 1.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
I Spy Memory Game belongs to these categories: Children's Game and Memory. Its main mechanics are Memory. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of I Spy Memory Game are: Martine Redman. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists I Spy Memory Game as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.