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Melodies
2026
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- 30 min
- 10+
- Complexity 2.0/5
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Melodies is a board game released in 2026 for 2–5 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Thomas Dagenais-Lespérance and its main mechanics are Cooperative Game and Communication Limits.
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About the game
Melodies is a cooperative card game in which players form a band and complete songs by playing cards from their hand. Each turn, every player plays one or more cards or passes. The most played value becomes the Melody for that note and must follow the song's progression. A song is completed only when all notes are played correctly and all players have emptied their hands. Communication is limited: the group can discuss strategy but never reveal their cards or intended actions. From Mom's Garage to the biggest stages, each new venue introduce new rules, instruments, audience members and challenges that reshape the way the group plays together.
Editions
- MelodiesenNext Move Games2026
- MelodiesfrNext Move Games2026
Mechanics
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Publishers
- Next Move Games
Questions and answers
Melodies supports 2–5 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 Melodies is 30 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 Melodies for ages 10 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.
Melodies has a complexity rating of 2.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-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.
Melodies belongs to these categories: Card Game and Music. Its main mechanics are Cooperative Game and Communication Limits. 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 Melodies are: Thomas Dagenais-Lespérance. 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 Melodies 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.