The Key – Robbery in the Cliffrock Villa

A major series of robberies is shaking the Cliffrock Villa! The players take up the investigative work by generating a numeric code and thus put the robber behind bars. The simultaneous deduction game in the version for novice detectives impresses with its unique solution control. Here it is: insert the key, be the winner!

The author

Thomas Sing, born in 1961, lives in Konstanz on Lake Constance. The graduate economist runs a large kiosk there with friends. That gives him enough time for his hobbies: mathematics, reading crime novels and of course inventing games. In his school days Thomas Sing held the world record for playing 'Mensch-Ärgere-Dich-Nicht' and thus found his way into the Guinness Book of Records.

The illustrator

Timo Grubing, born in 1981, studied illustration at FH Münster and has lived since his diploma in 2007 back in his birthplace Bochum. As a freelance illustrator he works in a wide range of fields: he illustrates children's and school books, games and regularly works for magazines and agencies.

The Key – Murder in the Oakdale Club

A dramatic series of murders is shaking the Oakdale Golf Club! The players take up the investigative work by generating a numeric code and thus put the robber behind bars. The simultaneous deduction game in the version for advanced detectives convinces with its unique solution control. Here it is: insert the key, be the winner!

The author

Thomas Sing, born in 1961, lives in Konstanz on Lake Constance. The graduate economist runs a large kiosk there with friends. That gives him enough time for his hobbies: mathematics, reading crime novels and of course inventing games. In his school days Thomas Sing held the world record for playing 'Mensch-Ärgere-Dich-Nicht' and thus found his way into the Guinness Book of Records.

The illustrator

Timo Grubing, born in 1981, studied illustration at FH Münster and has lived since his diploma in 2007 back in his birthplace Bochum. As a freelance illustrator he works in a wide range of fields: he illustrates children's and school books, games and regularly works for magazines and agencies.

Karuba

Off to hunt for hidden treasures! The players must lead their expedition team as cleverly as possible along the jungle paths, watch out for other players and above all start in time. The captivating tile-laying game is characterized by high-quality components and guarantees varied gaming fun with addictive potential.

The author

Rüdiger Dorn was born in 1969 in Ibbenbüren (North Rhine-Westphalia) but grew up in Lower Bavaria. After training as a bank clerk he studied business education at the University of Nuremberg. Today Rüdiger Dorn works as a qualified commercial teacher in Gunzenhausen. The passionate gamer began developing his own ideas already in his youth. At HABA he published a game for the first time in 1992 – 'Cameo'. Among his most successful games to date are 'Istanbul' (Expert Game of the Year 2014) and 'Las Vegas' (nominated for Game of the Year 2012).

The illustrator

Claus Stephan, born in 1960, is married, has a daughter and lives in Duisburg. He initially wanted to be a secret agent or astronaut, later a musician or comic artist, then an artist or geography teacher. After a detour into advertising design he now illustrates games and books. Among the numerous awards for his game illustrations are 'Keltis' (Game of the Year 2008) and 'Bonnie & Clyde' (Graf Ludo 2009). His credo: 'Finding a good balance between form and function in a team with editors and authors is an exciting and appealing task when designing games.'

Valley of the Vikings

The exciting tactics and dexterity game is, in the truest sense, tried and tested: players take part in an adventurous Viking competition — both on land and out at sea. Highlights include the great 3-D ships and the impressive XXL game board.

The authors

That the combination of professional and private life can indeed work is demonstrated by Marie and Wilfried Fort. They are happily married, have two sons and live in the quiet Saint Colomban region near Nantes (France). For several years they have also successfully worked together as game authors. In February 2017 HABA took notice of the author duo during the Festival International des Jeux in Cannes.

The illustrator

Maximilian Meinzold is a freelance graphic designer and illustrator. With his convincing characters and his love of detail he repeatedly manages to create just the right game atmosphere. He lives and works in Munich and has specialized in fantasy, science fiction as well as children's and young adult literature. For his work he has already been nominated for numerous awards.