A Fake Artist Goes to New York

Oink Games, Gémklub, Lautapelit.fi · Board game · 2011
7.5 Ludopedia 7.1 BGG 5–10 · best 6 20 min Weight 1.1/5
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love party games that mix creativity, bluffing, and lots of laughter, A Fake Artist Goes to New York is a sure bet! It's one of those games that generate hilarious stories and bizarre drawings.

Highlights
  • Guaranteed lots of laughs
  • Intense social interaction
  • Easy to learn rules
  • Creativity encouraged
  • Compact and portable
Keep in mind
  • Requires a larger group
  • Depends on player creativity
  • May not appeal to those who dislike drawing
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What you do in a play session

Get ready for an artistic and bluff-filled adventure in A Fake Artist Goes to New York, a super fun party game for 5 to 10 players! The premise is simple, but the execution is hilarious: a Question Master chooses a theme and writes that word on cards for most artists. But one player receives only an 'X' — they are the fake artist! The goal of the real artists is to draw the theme in a way that everyone understands, but without giving too many clues to the impostor. The fake artist, on the other hand, needs to pretend they know what they're drawing, contributing strokes that seem to make sense, without revealing they have no idea what the theme is. You take turns, each adding a single continuous stroke to the collective drawing. After two rounds of drawing, voting begins: who is the fake artist? If the impostor is caught and cannot guess the theme, the real artists score points. But if the fake artist goes unnoticed, or if they are caught but manage to guess the theme, they and the Question Master score points. It's a delicate dance between communicating and hiding, where every line on the paper can be a clue or a distraction. The game comes with colored pens, a whiteboard marker, reusable cards, and a pad of paper, all in a compact box. Perfect for livening up any gathering!

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Cities: New York (New York, USA) Country: USA Digital Implementations: Apple App Store Digital Implementations: Steam Mechanism: Drawing Theme: Art
Publisher Oink Games, Gémklub, Lautapelit.fi, PopcornEdu
Designer Jun Sasaki
Artist Jun Sasaki

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How many players can participate in A Fake Artist Goes to New York?
The game is ideal for larger groups, allowing 5 to 10 players. The more people, the more fun and chaotic the experience becomes!
What is the average duration of a game?
Games are quite quick, usually lasting between 20 to 20 minutes. It's perfect for multiple rounds or to fit between other games.
Is it a complex game to learn?
Not at all! A Fake Artist Goes to New York has super simple and intuitive rules that can be taught in just a few minutes. The fun starts almost instantly.
Do I need to be good at drawing to play?
Absolutely not! In fact, being an average or bad artist can even add more humor and challenges to the game. What matters is the intention behind the stroke and the ability to bluff.
What are the game components?
The compact box comes with 10 colored pens, a whiteboard marker, reusable cards for writing words, and a pad of paper with 100 sheets for drawings. Everything you need to start playing!
Who is this game recommended for?
It's highly recommended for anyone looking for a light, fun, and highly interactive party game. Perfect for gatherings with friends, parties, and family get-togethers where laughter is guaranteed.

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