Pictionary has been a popular party starter since its first publication in the early ’80s. Now owned by Hasbro and Mattel, Pictionary is a full board game and franchise that has appeared in many different editions.
Classic Pictionary was the most popular party attraction at the time of its release, but has since been surpassed by modern party games like Apples to Apples and Cranium. Game companies release new versions of their games to increase popularity or open up new markets for their product.
Here’s a look at some different editions of Pictionary.
Pictionary uDraw
uDraw Pictionary is Pictionary for the Wii gaming system. Designed for the uDraw GameTablet Wii accessory, this uDraw game is by far the deepest Pictionary experience of any edition, offering multiple gameplay methods and some fresh takes on the standard version not found anywhere else. There’s a classic Pictionary with special drawing brushes, a version called Mania that requires you to do things like draw with limited ink or without lifting the drawing board, and a free draw mode for scribbling.
Pictionary Jr.
Children’s versions of popular board games are always a hit. Designed for players ages 7-14, this is the standard Pictionary game with Pictionary hints and instructions aimed at younger players. This Jr. version of the game is often used in the classroom to help with creative thinking and writing skills. Children learn as they play without realizing that they are playing something educational.
Pictionary card game
A road trip without something to distract you from the bordeom can be a real drag. Mattel’s Pictionary Card Game is similar to the traditional Pictionary game but without the drawing. The Pictionary card game is more like Charades than the classic game of Pictionary, which requires players to interpret the clues on the cards rather than draw them. Best with just two players, this card game is ideal for people on camping trips or looking forward to any boring activity.
Picctionary Bible
When I was growing up, Bible study was terrible. By adding Pictionary Bible to the mix, Bible students will be learning, laughing, and playing everyone’s favorite party game all at the same time. This is the standard board game but with clues from the Bible and the world of Christianity instead of the standard game clues.
Pictionary is a fun board game available in many different editions. Keep a few different versions of the game on hand for different occasions.
