Contraband*
One player acts as the customs agent, while the others are travelers declaring items truthfully or falsely, drawing cards from a pile of objects like wine or cameras. If the customs agent doubts a declaration, they can "search" the player's luggage, leading to potential penalties for false declarations or compensation for defamation if the declaration is correct. Other players can also act as informants, and a special briefcase card grants a player diplomatic immunity, allowing them to pass through customs without inspection or fees.
- 3 - 6 Players
- 20 Minutes
- 7+ years old
- Immediately playable
We like Contraband so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2025
- Position 5 in The best board games of the 50s
- Position 28 in The best classic card games🃏🏛 - still a pleasure every time!
- Position 1 in The best games released in 1950📆
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