20 Questions

Cappelen Damm AS, El Greco, Grow Jogos e Brinquedos · Board game · 1988

20.0 Ludopedia 5.8 BGG 2–7 · best 4 30 min Weight 1.3/5

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20.0 rating Ludopedia

5.8 rating BGG

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Our Verdict

FOR GENRE FANS

If you enjoy a quick guessing and deduction game that doesn't require much setup, '20 Questions' is a sure bet to liven up the crowd! It's the kind of game that breaks the ice and entertains everyone.

Highlights

Easy to learn and play
Fast-paced and dynamic
Stimulates deduction
Great for groups

Keep in mind

Can become repetitive
Depends on the Reader
Luck of the clues

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to test your deduction and guessing skills with this classic question-and-answer game! In '20 Questions', one player (the Reader) secretly chooses a person, place, or thing, and the other players try to guess what it is by asking up to 20 questions. The catch is that the questions must be answered with only 'yes' or 'no'. Each card provides 20 numbered clues, which the Reader reveals one by one as players ask. The faster you guess, the more points you win! If the guesser gets it right early, they take most of the points; if they take too long, the Reader earns more. There's a scoring track on the board and an element of 'racing' to uncover the mystery before time or questions run out. It's a great choice to liven up parties, gather family, or simply give your brain a workout with a light and fun game that everyone can quickly understand. Perfect for those who enjoy a good mental challenge without complexity.

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–7 players

2 OK

3 REC

4 BEST

5 REC

6 REC

7 REC

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Cappelen Damm AS, El Greco, Grow Jogos e Brinquedos, Hasbro, MB Giochi, MB Jeux, MB Spellen, MB Spiele, Milton Bradley, NIG Brinquedos, NRK, Pressman Toy Corp., University Games

Designer A. Robert Moog, Scott A. Mednick

Artist Rita Åse

Community

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1,932owners

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions

How many people can play?

The game is for 2 to 7 players, but it works well with any number within that range, especially with larger groups for more laughs.

How long does a game take?

Each game is quite fast, usually around 30 minutes, depending on how quickly players can guess.

Do I need to know specific things to play?

No! The game tests your deduction skills and ability to ask good questions more than prior knowledge. The clues on the cards help a lot.

What is the objective of the game?

The objective is to guess the secret person, place, or thing as quickly as possible, using a maximum of 20 'yes' or 'no' questions, to score more points.

Is there a lot of language dependency?

Yes, the questions and clues are in Portuguese, so it's important that players can read and understand the language.

Is it a game for kids?

Yes, it's a great game for families and older children, as it's easy to understand and encourages logical thinking in a fun way.