Asmodee Dixit Classic Board Game (LIBDIX01ML2)

Dixit Classic: The Storytelling and Imagination Game That Conquered the World

Dixit Classic by Asmodee is a unique board game that combines storytelling, creativity, and interpretation through evocative and dreamlike illustrations. Winner of the prestigious Spiel des Jahres 2010 award (Game of the Year in Germany), Dixit has become a modern classic found in millions of homes worldwide.

What is Dixit Classic?

Dixit is a board game for 3 to 8 players where communication, imagination, and interpretation are the keys to success. Each player has cards with surreal and evocative illustrations. In each round, one player acts as the storyteller, chooses one of their cards, and gives a clue about it: it can be a word, a phrase, a song, a sound, or even a gesture.

The other players select the card from their hand that best matches that clue. All cards are shuffled and revealed, and each player votes for the one they believe is the storyteller's. Here's the challenge: the clue should be neither too obvious nor too obscure. If everyone or no one guesses your card, you don't score points. The perfect balance is for some players to guess it and others not.

Gameplay Mechanic: Simple Yet Profound

1. The storyteller chooses and gives a clue: Selects a card from their hand and provides a creative clue that subtly describes it.

2. Other players choose: Each player chooses from their hand the card that best fits the given clue, trying to mislead others into voting for their card instead of the storyteller's.

3. Shuffle and reveal: All selected cards are shuffled and placed face up. Players (except the storyteller) vote for the card they believe belongs to the storyteller.

4. Scoring: If everyone or no one guesses the storyteller's card, the storyteller scores no points and all others score 2 points. If some (but not all) guess correctly, the storyteller and those who guessed correctly score 3 points. Additionally, each player scores 1 point for each vote their card receives (except the storyteller).

5. Next turn: The player to the left becomes the new storyteller, and the process repeats.

The Illustrations: The Heart of Dixit

What makes Dixit truly special are its 84 cards with unique illustrations created by Marie Cardouat. Each image is a surreal, dreamlike, and evocative work of art that can be interpreted in multiple ways. Some cards show fantastic scenes, others impossible landscapes, enigmatic characters, or abstract situations.

These illustrations do not have a single meaning: each player interprets them according to their own experience, culture, emotions, and creativity. The same card can evoke a childhood memory for one player, a movie for another, or an abstract feeling for a third. This interpretive richness is what makes Dixit infinitely replayable.

Strategy and Psychology: Beyond Luck

Although Dixit may seem like a simple game, it hides a fascinating strategic depth:

Know your players: The better you know the people you're playing with, the better clues you can give. A shared cultural reference, an inside joke, or a common experience can be perfect clues.

Balance in clues: The art of Dixit is in giving clues that are clear enough for some players to understand, but ambiguous enough to confuse others.

Creative deception: When you are not the storyteller, you must choose a card that can be confused with the storyteller's to steal votes.

Player reading: Observing what kind of clues each player gives and how they think helps you anticipate their choices.

Perfect for the Whole Family

Dixit Classic is one of those rare games that works equally well with children, teenagers, and adults. The recommended age is 8 years and older, but even younger children can enjoy it with adult supervision.

Games last between 30 and 45 minutes, the perfect amount of time to maintain attention without becoming tedious. With a capacity for 3 to 8 players, it is ideal for family gatherings, evenings with friends, or as an activity at parties and celebrations.

Educational and Social Benefits

Creativity development: Giving clever clues and finding unexpected connections between images and concepts stimulates creative thinking.

Communication skills: Learning to express ideas subtly and interpret others' communications improves empathy and social understanding.

Abstract thinking: Surreal illustrations invite you to think beyond the literal and explore symbolic meanings.

Vocabulary and expression: Finding the perfect word or phrase to describe an image enriches language.

Social interaction: Dixit generates conversations, laughter, and moments of genuine connection between players.

Inclusion: It requires no prior knowledge or specific skills, allowing anyone to participate on equal terms.

Memorable Moments Guaranteed

Every game of Dixit generates unique moments. The surprise when you discover that your card received more votes than the storyteller's. The laughter when someone gives a completely unexpected clue. The "aha" moment when you finally understand the connection the storyteller was making. The friendly discussions about what each illustration really means.

These moments of shared creativity, interpretation, and discovery are what make Dixit a game that people remember and want to play again.

Infinite Replayability

With 84 different cards and the possibility of giving infinite clues for each, Dixit offers virtually unlimited replayability. Each group of players creates its own unique experience based on their cultural references, humor, and group dynamic.

In addition, Dixit has multiple expansions that add new cards with illustrations by different artists, further expanding the game possibilities.

Winner of the Spiel des Jahres 2010

The Spiel des Jahres (Game of the Year) is the most prestigious award in the board game industry, awarded annually in Germany. Dixit won this recognition in 2010, solidifying its status as one of the best board games of the decade.

This award not only recognizes the quality of the game design, but also its accessibility, originality, and ability to create memorable experiences. Winning the Spiel des Jahres is a guarantee of excellence in the world of board games.

Asmodee Quality: Premium Components

Asmodee is one of the most important board game publishers in the world, recognized for the quality of its products. Dixit Classic includes durable and high-quality components:

84 large cards with high-resolution printed illustrations and a quality finish that withstands frequent use.

8 wooden bunnies as scoring markers, each a different color, with a charming design and smooth finish.

8 voting dials numbered 1 to 8 for each player to vote secretly and simultaneously.

Illustrated score board that makes it easy to track each player's points.

Spanish rulebook clear and well-structured with illustrated examples that facilitate learning.

The Perfect Gift for Creativity Lovers

Dixit Classic is an ideal gift for:

• Art lovers and unique illustrations
• Creative people who enjoy storytelling
• Families looking for inclusive games for all ages
• Groups of friends who want something different from traditional games
• Educators looking for playful tools to develop creativity and communication
• Collectors of award-winning board games

Game Variants

Classic mode: The complete Dixit experience with all scoring rules.

Cooperative mode: All players work together to achieve the highest possible collective score.

Quick mode: Shorter games played until 20 points are reached instead of 30.

Free mode: No scoring, simply enjoying giving creative clues and discovering each player's interpretations.

Box Contents

• 84 large cards with unique illustrations by Marie Cardouat
• 8 colored wooden bunnies (scoring markers)
• 8 numbered voting dials
• 1 illustrated score board
• Spanish rulebook with examples

Technical Specifications

• Players: 3-8 players (ideal with 4-6)
• Recommended age: 8+ years
• Duration: 30-45 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy to learn, medium strategic depth
• Mechanics: Storytelling, voting, interpretation
• Publisher: Asmodee / Libellud
• Designer: Jean-Louis Roubira
• Illustrator: Marie Cardouat
• Language: Spanish
• Award: Spiel des Jahres 2010
• Reference: LIBDIX01ML2
• EAN: 3558380083535

Shipping and Warranty

Free shipping from €49.99 to all of Spain. Special packaging for board games that guarantees it arrives in perfect condition. Delivery in 24-48 hours to most peninsular destinations.

This product has a 3-year warranty, backing the quality of Asmodee as a world leader publisher.

Why Choose Dixit Classic?

If you are looking for a board game that stimulates creativity, imagination, and communication, Dixit Classic is the perfect choice. Its combination of evocative illustrations, elegant mechanics, universal accessibility, and strategic depth make it a must-have for any collection.

Winner of the Spiel des Jahres, with millions of copies sold worldwide, Dixit is not just a game: it is an artistic and social experience that generates moments of genuine connection between people. Every game is unique, every illustration tells a thousand stories, and every clue opens a world of interpretations.

Whether you are an experienced player looking for an elegant and creative game, or a family wanting to discover modern games, Dixit Classic will captivate you from the first card.

EAN Code: 3558380083535