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Coconuts

Game ID: GID0071477
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Description

Coconuts is a dexterity game based on the "Monkey King" character from Chinese mythology.

In the game, players launch coconuts toward a field of cups in the middle of the playing area. Land in a cup, and you get to stack it on your player board; land in a cup on someone else's board, and you get to move it to yours. By playing special "Monkey King Magic" cards, you can force opponents to shoot blind, take long shots, or otherwise bollix their efforts to cup a coconut. Whoever first completes a pyramid of six cups on his player board wins!

Year Published
2013
Transcript Analysis
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Total mentions: 7
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Sentiment: pos 6 · mix 0 · neu 1 · neg 0
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Video jhoqZ_Pvv9s Unknown Channel top_5_list at 2:19 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • fun, chaotic, family-friendly
  • portable and quick to play
Cons
  • high randomness can frustrate some players
  • may be less appealing to players who dislike dexterity games
Thematic elements
  • dexterity/party game with a light, humorous tone
  • family-friendly island with monkeys and coconut-throwing chaos
  • playful, chaotic
Comparison games
  • other dexterity/party games
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • dexterity/throwing — players fling or flick coconuts to land in cups to score points
  • Flicking — players fling or flick coconuts to land in cups to score points
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • 10 out of 10 ideal Desert Island game
  • the Cup's double is great rainwater collection devices
  • you can't always get along with family
  • it's solo only game
  • the theme of the game is being the last survivor in a horror movie
  • it's a great Euro game with a lot of moving parts
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Video VxyNm46v6ng boardgames 4k general_discussion at 10:24 sentiment: neutral
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Overall sentiment (raw)
neutral
Pros
none
Cons
none
Thematic elements
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • dexterity / balance — two-player dexterity game with balance elements
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • we picked it up for absolute peanuts
  • it's actually really good for adults as well
  • the rule book is utter utter awful
  • this is a complete game we hate this game
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Video GJLBzcGQTtg Board Games 4K game_review at 0:00 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • Red cups add spice and strategic depth
  • Accessible to players of all ages; family-friendly
  • Excellent component quality and durability
  • Expandable to larger groups via Coconuts Duo
  • Cute monkeys and durable coconuts
  • Fun and engaging for kids and adults alike
Cons
  • Coconuts can bounce unpredictably and be hard to recover
  • Official rules can lead to longer play sessions
  • Special cards introduce take-that elements that some players dislike
Thematic elements
  • Dexterity contest with light, humorous family-friendly vibes; players flick coconuts to score and build a cup wall.
  • A playful tabletop setup featuring yellow and red cups, a monkey figure, and rubber coconuts.
  • Lighthearted, accessible, kid-friendly.
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Dexterity/precision flicking — Players flick rubber coconuts from the monkey's hands toward cups to score points.
  • Pattern Building — Successful shots place cups on the player's wall, building towards three levels to win.
  • player interaction — Players can aim at opponents' cups to hinder or disrupt their progress.
  • Variable scoring with red cups — Red cups grant additional chances and strategic opportunities.
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • it's absolutely superb
  • the build quality is absolutely fantastic
  • the monkeys are very, very sturdy
  • suits all ages
  • Coconuts should definitely definitely be in your collection
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Video yim5LbD2E6g Actual Lol game_review at 4:59 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • pure silly interactive fun
  • accessible with a light weight and quick playtime
Cons
  • only supports up to four players by default
  • expansion required for more players
Thematic elements
  • silly party game with lightweight competition
  • monkey flicking coconuts into cups
  • party-driven, casual fun
Comparison games
  • Beer pong (kids version)
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • flicking / flicking accuracy — players flick coconuts into cups to score, build a pyramid on their board
  • set collection / scoring — collect cups to form a pyramid; some cups grant special cards or effects
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • This is stupid. It ain't falling over once.
  • Growing up can't be that bad if I get to be like you.
  • Timmy, you can come out now. It's like scalletwick.
  • There's nothing super about being crushed by 10 tons of brick and mortar.
  • Are you okay? Did you eat mommy's mango body butter as well?
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Video _91V_wy7AJI Board Games 4K top_100_list at 2:57 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • great for kids
  • rapid, quick rounds
Cons
  • length can drag with house rules
  • gloves of play may tip unevenly
Thematic elements
  • dexterity stacking with a coconut monkey
  • Circus / tropical theme
  • light, family-friendly
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • dexterity stacking — place coconuts into the monkey's house and stack cups
  • physical skill — skill-based stacking as a core mechanic
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • "a dice placement game"
  • "game-breaking special ability"
  • "elevate this game above its competition"
  • "dexterity game"
  • "timer on an app or on a watch"
  • "fantastic dexterity game"
  • "left for dead the board game"
  • "never lost a game"
  • "best played with more players of the six seven players"
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Video 49nBAGyXK3U ball games 4k top_15_list at 12:02 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
positive
Pros
  • highly engaging for kids and spectators
  • simple setup and quick rounds
Cons
  • requires setup of central cups; may require table space
Thematic elements
  • dexterity, dexterity-based tossing
  • tabletop, casual social setting
  • lighthearted competition
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • set collection / display scoring — collect three coconuts and earn top cup to win
  • tossing / flicking — players ping coconuts with spring-loaded arms into cups on a central display to score
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • it's actually fantastic so flew under the radar
  • it's a wonderful game, it's very tense, it's very close
  • it's a one-of-a-kind game
  • it's an incredibly simple game but it gets kids thinking about planning ahead
  • my kids absolutely love this one
  • this is looping Louie, and you can bash Louie up and he'll be floating up and down
  • it's a very, very tense, very close
  • Pitch Car Mini is perfect to introduce kids into that sort of dexterity flicking type thing
  • it's the best children's games you can get today
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Video C4vDyUVL7dI Unnamed Gaming Channel personal_reflection at 5:13 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
very positive
Pros
none
Cons
none
Thematic elements
none
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • dexterity — Kids game involving physical skill
Video topics + discussion points
No key topics recorded for this video.
Quotes (from this video)
  • Board games are about sharing with other people
  • We're changing lives one board game at a time
  • It's a shared sense of beauty and contemplation
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