Detective Club (2018) Board Game
Detective Club is a party game released in 2018 by designer Oleksandr Nevskiy and published by IGAMES. It is a bluffing and deduction game that involves players taking on the role of detectives solving a mystery. With its unique gameplay mechanics and engaging storytelling element, Detective Club has gained popularity among board game enthusiasts.
Game Components of Detective Club
How To Setup Detective Club
To set up Detective Club, each player chooses a color and takes the matching Player Marker and Voting Token. They then draw 6 Evidence cards for their starting hand. One player is chosen to be the first Informer (Active Player), who receives the pencil and all the notepads. The Informer reviews their hand of Evidence cards, selects a word that can be represented by two of their cards, and places one of these cards face up on the table.
Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective
Player Experience
Detective Club is a game that encourages creativity, imagination, and storytelling. Each round, the Active Player creates a clue by writing a word on all but one of the notebooks, designating one player as the Conspirator. The other players, knowing the word, play cards to match it, while the Conspirator must gather clues from the played cards to avoid suspicion. The game is full of humorous moments as players explain their card choices, and the Conspirator tries to come up with convincing explanations.
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Personal Thoughts on Detective Club
Detective Club is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a light, fun party game that combines social deduction with creative storytelling. It is particularly suitable for groups who enjoy bluffing games but may struggle with intense deception, as it provides a more relaxed and humorous experience. The game’s artwork and gameplay mechanics make it appealing to both performers and wallflowers, ensuring everyone has a good time. If you’re a fan of games like Dixit or Mysterium, or if you’re new to social deduction games, Detective Club is a great place to start.
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