If you love a good discussion, guaranteed laughs, and discovering what your friends really think (or what they can be persuaded to think!), Controversy is the perfect game for your evening. It's a party game that mixes debate, bluffing, and lots of social interaction, ideal for breaking the ice or livening up any gathering. The experience is light, fun, and full of unexpected moments, where the art of arguing is as important as guessing.
- Heated and fun debates
- Intense social interaction
- Simple, accessible rules
- Reveals unexpected opinions
- Great for groups
- Group dependent
- Not for conflict-averse
- Topics can be sensitive
About the game
What you do in a play session
The game offers two game modes to ensure the fun never stops. In 'Hot Seat' mode, one player reads a controversial statement while the others secretly choose 'Agree' or 'Disagree'. The player in the Hot Seat tries to predict everyone's responses, earning a point for each correct prediction. If they guess incorrectly, they have 60 seconds to try and convince that person to change their mind and still secure the point. It's your chance to show off your persuasion skills!
In 'Debate' mode, a moderator draws a controversy and assigns two players opposing sides. Each has one minute to prepare and another minute to argue their assigned position, regardless of whether they personally agree with it. The other players vote for the stronger argument, crowning the master of oratory. Get ready for lots of laughter, lively discussions, and perhaps some surprising revelations about your fellow players!
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