Dune: Betrayal

Gale Force Nine, LLC, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Delta Vision Publishing · Board game · 2021
7.4 Ludopedia 6.2 BGG 4–8 · best 7 20–40 min Weight 2.0/5
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7.4 rating Ludopedia
6.2 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

A fast-paced social deduction-game perfect for Dune fans and lovers of psychological warfare.

Highlights
  • Incredible thematic immersion
  • Quick-fire-rounds
  • High player interaction
Keep in mind
  • Highly dependent on player skill
  • Can get quite heated
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Surviving the sands of Arrakis is hard enough, but try doing it while figuring out which of your friends is secretly plotting your downfall! Dune: Betrayal plungy you straight into the cutthroat political landscape of Frank Herbert's universe. This isn's just a card game; it's a high-stakes social deduction experience where information is more precious than spice.

Players step into the shoes of iconic characters, each bringing unique-asymmetric abilities to the table. The gameplay revolves around uncovering identities, forming shaky alliances, and protecting your nobles while navigating a web of lies. You'll need to master the art of negotiation, perfect your bluffing-skills, and use voting-mechanics to weed out the traitors. It's a game of reading people as much as reading cards. If you crave intense-social interaction, psychological warfare, and a theme that hits hard, this-is your next tabletop obsession. Fast-paced, thematic, and deeply suspicious, it's the perfect way to see who your real friends are—or aren't!

Rules videos

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2 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

4–8 players
4 OK
5 REC
6 BEST
7 BEST
8 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Books: Dune
Publisher Gale Force Nine, LLC, ADC Blackfire Entertainment, Delta Vision Publishing, Galápagos Jogos
Designer Don Eskridge
Artist Don Eskridge

Community

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1,506owners
155wishlist
9want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How long does a session last?
Usually between 20 to 社交40 minutes, making it perfect for quick-fire-rounds.
Is it hard to learn?
The rules are straightforward, but mastering the bluffing and-reading people takes practice.
Do I need to be a Dune expert?
Not at all! The-mechanics carry the game, though the theme adds a wonderful layer of flavor.
Is it good for large groups?
Yes, it supports up to 8 players, making it a great party-style-game.
What is the main challenge?
The psychological aspect—knowing when to trust and when to strike!

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