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product_id: 1088908
title: "Telestrations Original 8-Player | Family Board Game | A Fun Family Game for Kids and Adults | Family Game Night Just Got Better | The Telephone Game Sketched Out | Ages 12+"
brand: "usaopoly"
price: "11664 kr"
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# 60-second sand timer for fast-paced fun 8 erasable sketchbooks for endless creativity 1 die to randomize your secret word Telestrations Original 8-Player | Family Board Game | A Fun Family Game for Kids and Adults | Family Game Night Just Got Better | The Telephone Game Sketched Out | Ages 12+

**Brand:** usaopoly
**Price:** 11664 kr
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎉 Sketch, Pass, Laugh—The Ultimate Game Night Upgrade!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Telestrations Original 8-Player | Family Board Game | A Fun Family Game for Kids and Adults | Family Game Night Just Got Better | The Telephone Game Sketched Out | Ages 12+ by usaopoly
- **How much does it cost?** 11664 kr with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/1088908-telestrations-original-8-player-family-board-game-a-fun-family)

## Best For

- usaopoly enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted usaopoly brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Complete Premium Kit:** Includes erasable markers, sketchbooks, timer, die, and 1700+ words & phrases for endless variety.
- • **8-Player Maximum Hilarity:** Perfect for family game nights, parties, and ice-breaking moments with friends.
- • **Award-Winning Party Starter:** Golden Geek Winner & multiple accolades—join the millions already hooked!
- • **Fast-Paced, Laugh-Packed Rounds:** 60-second timer keeps the energy high and the laughs rolling.
- • **Unleash Your Inner Artist (No Skills Needed):** Stick figures & humor welcome—everyone’s a winner here!

## Overview

Telestrations Original 8-Player is an award-winning, fast-paced party board game that transforms the classic telephone game into a hilarious sketch-and-guess experience. Designed for ages 12+, it includes 8 erasable sketchbooks, markers, a 60-second timer, a die, and over 1700 words to keep every round fresh. Perfect for families, friends, and parties, it guarantees endless laughter without requiring any drawing skills.

## Description

Product Description The "Telephone Game" Turned Into The #1 LOL Party Game!Draw what you see then guess what you saw for hilarious and unpredictable outcomes. It’s miscommunication at its best! Share The Fun, Spread The Laughter! Telestrations LOL With Family & Friends! Object of the game? To laugh - A lot!Telestrations is perfect for family parties, fun with friends or entertaining a crowd.No drawing skills required!Telstrations is the visual version of the classic “telephone game” where you draw what you see, then guess what you saw to reveal hilarious outcomes!Here's How To Play & LOLEach player starts with their own erasable sketch book, marker and word card. A roll of the die determines each player’s secret word. The timer gets turned and everyone draws their word. After 60 seconds, everyone passes their book to the player on their left. Then each player takes a few seconds to guess in words(s) what they see, and passes again. The timer is turned and everyone draws the guess.This continues until everyone’s sketch book passes by every player and returns back to its original owner, where it’s time for The Big Reveal. Everyone shares their book and the hilarious miscommunication is revealed. Just like the game of “telephone,” the outcomes are unpredictable and the laughter is contagious!About The Maker of Telestrations - USAopolyUSAopoly is a leading specialty market game manufacturer offering the world’s best-known games (under license from the Entertainment & Licensing Division of Hasbro) and an innovating game developer of original games like Telestrations, Tapple, CrossWays and Ratuki. Watch for our new games debuting in 2014! Telestrations the #1 LOL Party Game! Awards:Board Game Geek: Golden Geek Winner 2010 Creative Child Magazine Awards: 2011 & 2013 GAME OF THE YEAR AWARD-Party GamesDr. Toy: 10 Best Games WinnerDr. Toy: 100 Best Children’s Products WinnerGames Magazine 100 Games – 2011 National Association For Gifted Children – 2013 Toy ListThe National Parenting Center Seal of ApprovalThe Toy Insider 2013 Holiday ListNational Parenting Publications Awards: NAPPA GoldOrigins Awards NomineeParent’s Choice: Fun StuffTillywig Toy & Media Awards – Laugh Out Loud Award desertcart.com Telestrations is the visual equivalent of the classic school-yard game "telephone." It's a fun-filled sketching game in which everyone's attempts at "art" can turn hilarious. The game starts with a secret word that is passed from player to player. As the word is sketched, interpreted, and then sketched again, it undergoes a visual transformation that will surprise and delight everyone. Designed for players ages 13 and up, Telestrations is sure to be a hit at parties. Eight Players for Maximum Hilarity Telestrations is designed for 4 to 8 players. As with the classic game "Telephone," the bigger the group, the more confusing -- and funny -- things can get. Gameplay requires little more than the included erasable markers and sketch books. Each sketch book contains eight erasable pages, and each page is labeled with either an "S" (for sketch) or a "G" (for guess). The spiral binding allows you to flip pages before passing the sketch book to the next player, and the label lets that player know whether to sketch or guess. Aside from the occasional unrepressed snicker, gameplay is silent until the final results are revealed. The erasable markers have a fine point to allow true artists to flourish. Clean-up cloths are provided, as is a timer and a deck of 144 cards, each of which contains six "secret" words. Gameplay: Friendly or Competitive Mode? Much like "Telephone," Telestrations leaves a lot of participants scratching their heads. One player's sketch of a pretzel might end up looking more like a ribbon, and that ribbon might evolve into a banana peel. Only rarely does the final guess match the original word, so playing Telestrations is almost always a delightful comedy of errors. While the game is easy to learn, scoring can get a bit complicated. The instruction manual describes two different modes of gameplay: friendly and competitive. The friendly mode awards points based on the most creative and hilarious drawings, a subjective determination that can lead to either a fun debate or an irritating disagreement, depending on who is playing. In either case, a simple democratic vote may be necessary to speed things up. The competitive mode awards points to players whose sketch helps another player win a point. This determination is straightforward enough, but going back over the drawings and assessing points may be tedious for those who would rather simply laugh at the results. Anyway you decide to play it, Telestrations will bring out the artists in your friends and family, along with lots of loud laughter. What's in the Box Telestrations game instructions, 8 erasable sketch books, 8 erasable markers, 4 eraser cloths, 144 cards in card box, 90-second sand timer, and die. P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); From the Manufacturer Telestrations is the hilarious new sketch, pass and guess party game for ages 12 and up that offers up instant as players simultaneously and continuously get to draw what they see and guess what they saw for a funny and unpredictable outcome every time. It's the telephone game sketched out. In this laugh out loud sketch, pass and guess game, everyone plays at the same time. Using erasable sketch books all players get a Telestrations word, then draw what they see, pass, guess what they saw, pass… and so on until everyone’s sketch book passes by every player and returns back to its original owner. Points are scored for each written guess that matches the original telestrations word. Extra points are scored if last word matches too. Just like the game of telephone, operator, grapevine, whispers or whatever you called it as a kid, the outcomes are unpredictable and the laughter is endless. See more

Review: A Delightful Game Where Artistic Skills Are Optional! - If you've ever wished for a game where you can showcase your creativity without worrying about your less-than-masterful drawing skills, Telestrations Original 8-Player is here to make your dreams come true! This family board game is a whimsical whirlwind of laughter and imagination that promises endless fun for both kids and adults. Let’s dive into the magic of Telestrations. The game starts with a word or phrase that each player must draw, and then hilariously interpret based on the subsequent drawings. Sounds simple, right? But the real fun begins when your artistic “masterpieces” are passed around, leading to interpretations that are often delightfully off-the-wall. It’s a delightful spectacle of miscommunication and creativity that will have everyone in stitches! Now, if you’re like me and you’ve ever been labeled as “artistically challenged” (or if you simply want to avoid being compared to Picasso), this is the game for you. Forget about your fears of sketching skills—Telestrations embraces your quirky, imperfect drawings with open arms and turns them into comedic gold. It’s all about the joy of the journey and the hilarious results that come from it. The game is beautifully designed for up to 8 players, making it perfect for family gatherings, game nights with friends, or even a party where you’re looking to break the ice. The components are top-notch, with dry-erase boards and markers that make it easy to jump right into the fun. The only thing you need to bring is your sense of humor! In summary, Telestrations Original 8-Player is a whimsical, laughter-filled adventure where drawing skills take a backseat to creativity and fun. Whether you’re a budding artist or someone who thinks their doodles resemble stick figures, this game guarantees a fantastic time. So grab your markers, embrace your inner Picasso (or stick-figure artist), and get ready for a game night that will leave you and your friends laughing long after the final sketch is made!
Review: Hilarious and Fun for All Ages! - Telestrations is a guaranteed good time! We haven't laughed that hard in forever!! It’s like a drawing version of Telephone, and the results are always hilarious — especially with bad artists (which makes it even better). Super easy to learn, great for families or parties, and perfect for all ages. Highly recommend for game night!

## Features

- AWARD WINNING PARTY GAME, also a great ice breaker!
- Telestrations "The Original" for 8 players is what got the party started!
- Perfect for families, small parties or friends; LOL fun for everyone
- NO DRAWING SKILLS REQUIRED: Stick figures & sense of humor welcome!
- INCLUDES: 8 Erasable Color Coiled Sketch Books, 8 Dry Erase Markers, 1700 total words & phrases to sketch & guess, 60 Second Sand Timer, 8 Clean up cloths, and 1 Die

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001SN8GF4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #32,156 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #806 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (14,158) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.94 pounds |
| Item model number | PG000264 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | USAopoly |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
| Product Dimensions | 10 x 10 x 3 inches |
| Release date | August 10, 2009 |

## Images

![Telestrations Original 8-Player | Family Board Game | A Fun Family Game for Kids and Adults | Family Game Night Just Got Better | The Telephone Game Sketched Out | Ages 12+ - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81DomMVWl+L.jpg)
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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How many people are required to play?**
A: If you want it to be fun you would at least want 4 players, if you have more than 4 players it really gets comical.

**Q: Why is the 6 player for ages 6 and up while the 8 player is for 12 and up? It doesn't mention that one is harder than the other, only more booklets.**
A: That's odd. I've played both and more booklets seemed to be the only difference. Telestrations After Dark is the "adult" version, but the original should be the same whether it's for 6 or 8 players. I would say 6 and up is fine for both.

**Q: Is this supposed to come with 8 booklets with 8 pages each or is one of those booklets supposed to only have 6 pages?**
A: Our Telestrations game came with 8 booklets WITH 8 pages each.

**Q: In the 12 player version, can you still play with as little as 4 people?**
A: We've only played with 6 to 8 people.  The more people, the better and funnier the game.  I didn't even know there was a 12 player version.  I don't think it would work as well with just 4 people.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Delightful Game Where Artistic Skills Are Optional!
*by S***. on August 8, 2024*

If you've ever wished for a game where you can showcase your creativity without worrying about your less-than-masterful drawing skills, Telestrations Original 8-Player is here to make your dreams come true! This family board game is a whimsical whirlwind of laughter and imagination that promises endless fun for both kids and adults. Let’s dive into the magic of Telestrations. The game starts with a word or phrase that each player must draw, and then hilariously interpret based on the subsequent drawings. Sounds simple, right? But the real fun begins when your artistic “masterpieces” are passed around, leading to interpretations that are often delightfully off-the-wall. It’s a delightful spectacle of miscommunication and creativity that will have everyone in stitches! Now, if you’re like me and you’ve ever been labeled as “artistically challenged” (or if you simply want to avoid being compared to Picasso), this is the game for you. Forget about your fears of sketching skills—Telestrations embraces your quirky, imperfect drawings with open arms and turns them into comedic gold. It’s all about the joy of the journey and the hilarious results that come from it. The game is beautifully designed for up to 8 players, making it perfect for family gatherings, game nights with friends, or even a party where you’re looking to break the ice. The components are top-notch, with dry-erase boards and markers that make it easy to jump right into the fun. The only thing you need to bring is your sense of humor! In summary, Telestrations Original 8-Player is a whimsical, laughter-filled adventure where drawing skills take a backseat to creativity and fun. Whether you’re a budding artist or someone who thinks their doodles resemble stick figures, this game guarantees a fantastic time. So grab your markers, embrace your inner Picasso (or stick-figure artist), and get ready for a game night that will leave you and your friends laughing long after the final sketch is made!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hilarious and Fun for All Ages!
*by H***S on June 10, 2025*

Telestrations is a guaranteed good time! We haven't laughed that hard in forever!! It’s like a drawing version of Telephone, and the results are always hilarious — especially with bad artists (which makes it even better). Super easy to learn, great for families or parties, and perfect for all ages. Highly recommend for game night!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Engaging and fun.
*by A***R on January 20, 2026*

Love this game. I bought it after we had so much fun playing it at our friends. Nothing can go wrong or I would rather right with it. You want fun night, it’s a great place to start.

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