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Abacusspiele

Abacusspiele

Celebrating 35 Years of Gaming Excellence: ABACUSSPIELE Marks a Milestone

From humble beginnings in a Frankfurt basement to a powerhouse in the board and card game industry, ABACUSSPIELE proudly celebrates its 35th anniversary. Founded by the forward-thinking Joe Nikisch and Matthias Senke, ABACUSSPIELE has evolved from a local gamers' hub to a beacon of innovation in gaming, creating experiences that resonate with families and gamers worldwide.

Creative, Engaging, and Community-Driven

Renowned for its inventive spirit and commitment to quality, ABACUSSPIELE has crafted an array of games that are not just enjoyable but also build community bonds. Fusing innovation with fun, the publisher has released a series of games that have quickly become favorites for all ages, including:

• Pirate Billiards: A perfect blend of skill and strategy.
• Tutto: A fast-paced dice game that challenges quick thinking and risk-taking.
• Mamma Mia: Where players become pizzaiolos on a quest to create the ultimate pizza.
• Anno Domini: A smart game that mixes knowledge with the art of bluffing.
• Coloretto: A colorful card game that encourages strategic play.
• Zoloretto: An innovative game that puts players in the shoes of zookeepers, which won the prestigious Spiel des Jahres award in 2007.

More Than Just Games – A True Passion

ABACUSSPIELE's success stems from more than just the games themselves. It's the passionate team behind each title, from developers and designers to testers, all sharing the mission to deliver memorable gaming experiences that bring people together.

A Journey Through ABACUSSPIELE's Illustrious History

The timeline of ABACUSSPIELE is dotted with landmarks that reflect the publisher's passion and dedication:

• 1989: The launch of ABACUSSPIELE with "Pirate Billiards."
• 1994: The breakthrough with "Volle Lotte," now known as "TUTTO."
• 1996: Gaining international fame with multilingual game releases.
• 1998: "ANNO DOMINI" becomes a bestseller.
• 2000: A move to new premises signifies growth and expansion.
• 2003: "COLORRETTO" begins a fruitful collaboration with Michael Schacht.
• 2007: "ZOOLORRETTO" wins the Spiel des Jahres award.
• 2011: A new edition of "AIRLINES EUROPE" takes flight.
• 2013: "HANABI" raises the bar as the Card Game of the Year.
• 2015: "CACAO" impresses on the Spiel des Jahres recommendation list.
• 2016: "LEO MUSS ZUM FRISÖR" charms as a Children's Game of the Year nominee.
• 2019: The 30th anniversary is celebrated with "SHERLOCK" on the recommendation list.

ABACUSSPIELE epitomizes a passion for gaming and an unwavering commitment to creating innovative and thrilling games that delight players time and time again.