Cards Against Humanity

Cards Against Humanity is a card game where acid humor and creativity are the protagonists. The dynamic is simple: each player receives four white cards, filled with irreverent words and expressions. In the first round, one player is designated as the "Card Czar". This Czar draws a black card that contains a question or phrase with blank spaces. The other players then send their best white cards to the Czar, who shuffles them and reads them aloud. The big challenge is to impress the Tsar with hilarious or unexpected answers. The player whose answer is chosen as the funniest wins the black card and accumulates points. With each new round, a different player takes on the role of Czar, keeping the game fresh and fun. One of the most interesting aspects of Cards Against Humanity is the diversity of situations and cultural references, which can take conversations to unexpected and funny places. Get ready for moments of laughter and surprises - there are no limits to what can happen in this game!

Age 17 + 30 min 4 to 30 players

Artists: ;

Designers: Josh Dillon; Daniel Dranove

Date: 2009

Note: 6.9

Mechanics: Hand Management, Simultaneous Action Selection

Topics: Adult, Humor

Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information

OBJECTIVE OF THE GAME

The main objective of Cards Against Humanity is to provide fun and laughter for the players, who have to combine a series of cards containing phrases or words to create absurd and funny answers to proposed questions. The game's dynamic, which values black humor and creativity, often generates memorable moments, making it popular at social gatherings and parties. The challenge is to find the most hilarious combinations, which often results in spontaneous reactions and engaging conversations between friends.

Tips for playing

Here are some tips for doing better in the game Cards Against Humanity:

  • Know your audience: Understand the other players' sense of humor. Inside jokes and personal references can give you an edge.
  • Use the shock strategy: Letters that shock or surprise are often successful. Don't be afraid to be bold!
  • Read the cards carefully: Sometimes the perfect combination is a matter of nuances. Make sure your card makes sense with the sentence.
  • Take advantage of timing: Some jokes work best when placed at the right moment. Pay attention to the flow of the game.
  • Leave seriousness aside: Remember that the aim is to have fun. Relaxing and not taking yourself too seriously is the key.
  • Observe the judges: Each player immunizes the role of judge with their own style. Learn what each one likes to increase your chances of winning when it's their turn.
  • Have fun: The most important thing is to enjoy time with friends and have a good laugh. If everyone laughs, everyone wins.

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GAME mechanics

  • Simultaneous Action Selection - In Cards Against Humanity, all players choose their response cards simultaneously, without waiting for each other's turn. This mechanic ensures that the game continues to flow quickly, allowing all players to participate actively at the same time. The simultaneous choice can lead to hilarious moments, as no one knows which cards the others will play, adding to the surprise and laughter when the answers are revealed.
  • Hand Management - Each player has a hand of 10 answer cards that they must choose from and play in the most strategic and funny way possible. This management involves deciding which card works best with the current question card while thinking about future rounds. The ability to manage the cards in your hand well can determine success, as some players prefer to save their best cards for more critical moments. Throughout the game, players balance coming up with creative answers and keeping good cards for future rounds, without knowing for sure what lies ahead, adding an element of strategy to the chaos.

Game components

See all the items in the game below Cards Against Humanity:

  • 90 dark cards
  • 460 clear letters
  • Set of 550 cards

Additional Information

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