Taboo*
Taboo is an engaging party game that challenges players to guess words based on their teammates' clues, with a unique twist: certain obvious clues are strictly off-limits.
Key Features:
- Word-Guessing Challenge: Players try to prompt their teammates to guess a specific word without using the most obvious related words.
 - Forbidden Clues: Each card lists the target word and five 'taboo' words or phrases that cannot be used as clues.
 - Team Play: The game is played in teams, fostering a fun, collaborative atmosphere.
 - Time Pressure: Players race against the clock to guess as many words as possible within a limited time.
 
Gameplay:
- The active player draws a card and tries to describe the target word to their teammates without using any of the taboo words.
 - Creativity in giving clues is essential as obvious associations are prohibited.
 - The opposing team watches closely, ready to use the buzzer if any taboo words are mentioned.
 - A successful guess scores a point for the guessing team, but saying a taboo word results in the opposing team scoring the point.
 - The game continues with teams taking turns until all players have had a chance to give clues.
 
Player Experience:
- Taboo provides a lively and often humorous gaming experience, perfect for parties and social gatherings.
 - The challenge of avoiding taboo words sparks creativity and leads to unexpected and entertaining clues and guesses.
 - The game is easy to learn, making it accessible to players of all ages and gaming backgrounds.
 
Conclusion:
Taboo is an excellent choice for those looking for a fast-paced, social word game that encourages creative thinking and teamwork. It's ideal for parties, family gatherings, or any group looking for a fun and interactive game experience. The simple concept, combined with the challenge of avoiding certain words, makes Taboo an enduring favorite in the party game genre.
Nominated for 1 award and won 1.
- 4 - 10 Players
 - 20 Minutes
 - 12+ years old
 - Immediately playable
 
We like Taboo so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2025
- Position 1 in All "Spiel des Jahres🇩🇪 1992" game award winners & nominees in comparison
 - Position 11 in The best board games of the 80s
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 - Position 3 in The best games released in 1989📆
 - Position 2 in The best games set in the Asterix & Obelix universe
 - Position 15 in The favorite games of Alan R. Moon ❤️
 
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