Ages: when we say "made for ages 4 to 104," we mean it. Visual Connections tap into a unique and innate human intelligence. We don't get better at Visual Connections as we age...in fact, don't be surprised if the kids at the game table see connections that the adults don't.

Number of Players: OuiSi is VERY flexible in this way. It's enjoyable solo. It's a terrific for just two players. But you can also enjoy in larger groups, from 2 to 12. In fact, we know of groups as large as 25 who have used just one set (though we generally recommend the combo of OuiSi Original and OuiSi Nature for groups larger than 10).

SHIPPING: OuiSi games ship from a variety of warehouses across the US. We offer free standard shipping in the US.

RETURNS: If a game is damaged upon delivery or it's not what you expected, we offer a 100% refund or a quick replacement.

DISCOUNTS: Ordering 10 or more sets (e.g., schools or corporate gifts)? Reach out to us at info@ouisi.co for a custom quote.

Most games out there have one way to play. That's not the case with OuiSi. The Guidebook has a dozen ways to play, and in fact many of our customers make up their own games and rules. This makes OuiSi harder to explain, but it also means you will find years of play and activities in just one box.

Our founders and teammates each have their own favorite way to play. In their own words:

Paul Brillinger (Founder, CEO): "My favorite way to play is OuiSinoes and it's the first game in the Guidebook. It's a creative and visual riff on dominoes, where players take turns making Visual Connections between Photo Cards. I like to play with my siblings. We don't always see eye to eye, but this version of OuiSi actually celebrates how we each literally see the world differently!"

Jacqueline (Community Support): "I actually enjoy OuiSi as a quiet way to start my day. In particular, I might play OuiSi Draw. This activity turns the spark of a Photo Card into a full-blown drawing. Does a curled up fern look like an elephant's trunk? I'll place the card on my page and draw the whole elephant, using the fern as that trunk! Starting my day with something mindful and creative just puts me in a great mood."

Michael Bradley (Founder, COO): "My kids and I enjoy the OuiSi Scavenger Activity. We often go out for walks in nature, and we bring a handful of OuiSi cards with us. On our walks we make Visual Connections between cards in our hands and things we see. Maybe a picture on a OuiSi card looks a bit like a pile of dried fallen leaves we've noticed. It's a simple way of keeping my kids noses out of their gadgets and noticing the small marvels in the world around us."

Kaz Brecher (Founder): "OuiSi Capture – in the OuiSi Original Guidebook only – sometimes gets forgotten because it's the last game in the Guidebook. But it's my favorite way to play because we are all collaborating against a common opponent represented by a penalty pile. Players take turns giving a one-word clue that visually describes five cards on a 5x5 board. For instance, I might say "checkerboard" and my teammates will need to figure out which 5 cards I'm referring to – and which ones I'm not! The team earns points for successfully guessing the clued Photo Cards, and are penalized twice over for incorrect choices. This can get tricky quick, because we all see things differently, and so you need to get inside the mind of someone else in order to win together."

Playing OuiSi doesn't depend on any particular Photo Card. So it's okay to lose some, damage some or keep a handful separate in your bag for play while on the move. If you lost or damaged half the cards in a set, you would STILL have enough to play with.

All OuiSi games are intentionally offline experiences to foster greater real-life connection. In certain cases, however, we believe technology can also be used as an opportunity learn and co-create.

While OuiSi Nature is most often enjoyed offline, you'll find QR Codes on the back of each Photo Card. When players become curious about the nature they see on the front of a card, they can scan the QR code on the back to learn more about the animals and landscapes depicted. They can also meet the conservation photographers out in the wild that captured each image.

It is our hope that the combination of offline play combined with optional online learning can foster the next generation of conservationists, nature lovers and protectors of our planet.

OuiSi Original does not have any QR codes.

TEACHERS: OuiSi has proven to be an excellent resource for teachers across disciplines, usable the entire school year. Find icebreakers, SEL opportunities, design-thinking exercises, storytelling and writing exercises, and more. Please visit our dedicated Teaching with OuiSi Page.

DEMENTIA CAREGIVING: OuiSi is not just a game, it's a valuable tool for individuals navigating dementia and mild cognitive impairments, offering an engaging, joyful and uncompetitive experience. Learn more on our Dementia Care Page.

SLPs and COUNSELORS: OuiSi is conversational by nature. While many activities can be played in quiet and/or solo, games like OuiSinoes offer an opportunity to share what one literally sees. When that creative observation is received with curiosity by others, it creates a safe space for conversation. Whether you're a student counselor, speech language pathologist or anyone invested in verbal expression, OuiSi is a simple and effective tool. Visit our SLP Page for more.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS: OuiSi is an adaptable tool to help patients improve fine motor skills, cognitive flexibility, and social interaction. Whether working with children or adults, OuiSi's open-ended gameplay is easy to tailor for individual therapy goals, making every session engaging and effective. Visit our OT Page for more.

OPTOMETRISTS: Admittedly, we never saw this one coming (pun intended)! OuiSi games, with their visually stimulating photo cards, offer a valuable tool for vision therapy. These games enhance visual processing, attention, and coordination by encouraging players to explore patterns, colors, and connections. For optometrists, OuiSi provides a playful yet effective method to engage patients in exercises that improve visual perception and cognitive skills, making therapy more interactive and enjoyable.