Spiel des Jahres '97

Mississippi Queen takes the prize this year. Its a nice enough game produced to a high standard. Paddlewheeled boats race down a turning, twisting, sandbar filled Mississippi. It makes for a good race though decision points are a bit spare.

Game of the Year

Special Prize for Most Beautiful Game

Special Prize for Children's Game

Special Prize for Action Game

Other Nominated Games

Congratulations to all involved!

The Game Cabinet - editor@gamecabinet.com - Ken Tidwell