Bad Medicine (2015) Board Game

Bad Medicine is a card game designed by Scott Hartman and published by Formal Ferret Games in in 2015. It falls under the category of party games and is best played with a group of 4-5 or 8 players. The game revolves around players acting as pharmaceutical companies creating new drugs and pitching them to the public.

Game Components of Bad Medicine

160 disease cards

140 drug cards

64 player cards

8 player aid cards

8 player tokens

1 first player token

Rulebook

How To Setup Bad Medicine

Shuffle the disease cards and deal out a number equal to the number of players.

Shuffle the drug cards and deal out the same number to each player.

Each player chooses two drug cards to create a drug name and writes it on their prescription pad.

Players take turns pitching their drug to the group.

Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective

Players take turns pitching a drug to cure a disease that has been drawn. The other players act as investors and choose which drug they would invest in. The player with the most points at the end of the game wins.

Player Experience

Pros:

Fun and creative gameplay

Engaging storytelling element

Encourages strategic thinking and social interaction

Cons:

Some players may find the voting mechanic to be a bit arbitrary

Limited replayability

Personal Thoughts on Bad Medicine

Bad Medicine is a unique and entertaining party game that offers a fun twist on the pharmaceutical industry. The build quality of the game is solid, with colorful and engaging artwork. It is a great game for a casual game night with friends, but may not have enough depth for serious gamers. The pricing and availability of both new and used copies are reasonable, making it accessible to a wide audience.

If you enjoy party games that involve storytelling and strategic decision-making, Bad Medicine is worth your time. It is best suited for players who enjoy social deduction and creativity. However, if you prefer more complex or competitive games, you may want to skip this one. Overall, Bad Medicine offers a light-hearted and humorous gaming experience that is sure to create memorable moments with friends and family.

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