13 Dead End Drive

Bizak, Hasbro, Ideal Board Games · Board game · 1993
2–4 · best 4 45 min Weight 1.4/5
13.0 rating Ludopedia
6.1 rating BGG
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13.0 rating Ludopedia
6.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love bluffing and a dash of murder‑mystery, 13 Dead End Drive offers fast fun with plenty of double‑crossing.

Highlights
  • constant bluffing
  • eye‑catching 3D board
  • multiple win conditions
Keep in mind
  • dice‑roll luck factor
  • may overwhelm new players
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About the game

What you do in a play session

13 Dead End Drive is a bluffing and deduction game set in a three‑dimensional mansion riddled with deadly traps. 2‑4 players each receive a secret character identity and take turns rolling dice to move two pawns – either their own or an opponent's – across a grid board. When a pawn lands on a trap space, you may trigger the trap only if you hold the matching card, which fuels plenty of deception: you can shove an opponent's pawn toward the exit or park your own on a trap and pretend you won't spring it. Above the fireplace hangs a portrait showing the character cards plus Aunt Agatha; rolling doubles lets you swap the portrait, changing who’s currently under suspicion. Victory can be achieved in three ways: escape the house with your pawn when the wall portrait matches yours, be the last surviving pawn, or have your portrait on the wall when the detective enters the main entrance. The game blends luck (dice rolls), strategy (which pawns to move), and pure poker‑face bluffing, delivering quick 45‑minute rounds. The 3D components add visual charm, while the Take That mechanic ensures no one stays safe for long. Perfect for fans of light, twist‑filled games that also enjoy reading opponents’ tells.

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Best player count

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2–4 players
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Game details

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Components: 3-Dimensional (3D) Theme: Mystery / Crime
Publisher Bizak, Hasbro, Ideal Board Games, Lansay, Majora, MB Giochi, MB Jeux, MB Juegos, MB peli, MB Spellen, MB Spiele, MB spil (Danish), Milton Bradley, Parker Brothers, Parker Spiele, Winning Moves Games (USA)
Designer Andrew S. Berton, David Wyman, Michael Marra
Artist Michael Gray

Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can join?
2 to 4 players.
What is the typical playtime?
About 45 minutes per game.
How complex is the game?
Light; rules are simple but interaction is high.
Are the components child‑friendly?
The pawns are small and the 3D house has pointed parts; supervision is advised for young kids.
Do I need prior bluffing experience?
Not required, though familiarity with deduction/bluff games speeds up learning.
Are there any expansions or variants?
No official expansions have been released yet.
How does the portrait win condition work?
If the portrait on the wall matches your character when you exit the house, you win.

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