Bluffing in Board Games
Definition
Bluffing is a strategic deception mechanic where players mislead others about their true intentions, strength, or situation in-game to gain an advantage.
Role in Games
Bluffing adds a layer of psychological competition as players attempt to read tells or predict opponents' tactics.
Gameplay Impact
- Player Interaction: Encourages direct confrontation and social manipulation.
- Uncertainty: Creates suspense by masking true game states.
- Skill Balance: Allows weaker strategic players to outplay stronger ones through deception.
Strategy
Players must balance the risk of being caught with the potential reward of successful deception.
Examples
- Poker uses bluffing to convince opponents of a strong hand.
- Coup has players bluff about their influence to eliminate others.
Conclusion
Bluffing enriches board games by promoting dynamic interactions and psychological complexity.
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Tofu Kingdom is a social card game of deduction and deception. In the game, players take turns assuming the role of Prince Mochi, who is looking for his forbidden true love, Princess Tofu. He is allowed to ask one question to each player around the ...
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Card Game utilisants Bluffing

In FORTUNE you try to receive more points than the other players, except high numbers are not enough! You also need the right bonus points to be victorious! You start a Fast Forward game without reading a rules booklet in advance! Just grab some fellow...
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You are vying for the throne of the kingdom, intent on restoring the rightful heir. Use one of the three included modules to experience different play modes. Master the "Split & Trap" system to trick our opponent into choosing the wrong cards. Be the...
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12,00 $US
For months you've been planning and gathering forces for the largest invasion of the war. Your opponent knows that you are preparing a major strike, but do they know where? Suddenly you receive reports that as py has gained information about your operation...
mitigé, 67 %
10 ans et +
2 joueurs
90 minutes
Impliqué
Strategy Game
World War II
Bluffing
Advantage Token
Area Movement
Betting