Balderdash*
Balderdash is a modern twist on the classic parlor game Dictionary, where creativity and bluffing are key. Players encounter obscure words and craft plausible definitions to fool others, scoring points when opponents are tricked into believing their made-up definitions.
Gameplay Overview
- Creativity and Bluffing: Players invent definitions for rarely-used words.
- Scoring Points: Earn points when others believe your fictional definitions.
Special Features
- Rich History: Evolved from a parlor game dating back to 1970, Balderdash was first published in 1984.
- Reinventions and Variations: Mattel, Inc. republished it in 2006, incorporating elements from Beyond Balderdash.
Conclusion
Balderdash is perfect for those who love wordplay and the art of deception. It's a social, entertaining game that combines creativity with strategy, ideal for players who enjoy thinking on their feet and having a good laugh.
Nominated for 3 awards and won 1.
- 2 - 6 Players
- 60 Minutes
- 12+ years old
- Immediately playable
We like Balderdash so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024
- Position 15 in The best board games of the 80s
- Position 2 in The best games released in 1984📆
- Position 17 in The favorite games of Alan R. Moon ❤️
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