Gift Trap

Albi, Arclight Games, Ferti · Board game · 2006
3–8 · best 5 60 min Weight 1.2/5
7.3 rating Ludopedia
6.4 rating BGG
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7.3 rating Ludopedia
6.4 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

If you love games that bring on the giggles and reveal your friends' inner thoughts (and tastes!), GiftTRAP is the perfect pick to liven up any gathering!

Highlights
  • Guaranteed laughs
  • Easy to learn and play
  • Great for socializing
  • Reveals personalities
Keep in mind
  • Relies on player interaction
  • Can get repetitive
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for some serious laughs and to find out what your friends *really* think about you (or at least about gifts!) with GiftTRAP. This award-winning game proves that giving virtual gifts can be way more fun than buying real ones, making it the perfect party starter. Forget needing drawing, acting, or trivia skills; GiftTRAP is for everyone, regardless of age or talent. Each round, you'll get a selection of random gifts, and the challenge is to pick which one to give to each friend, trying to guess what they'd like best (or what you think they *should* like!). Then, it's your turn to choose which gifts you want to receive, using tokens like 'Ok', 'Good', 'Great', and 'No Way' to show your satisfaction. The reveal is the best part, when everyone shows what they wanted and what they received. Scoring is twofold: the giver earns 'Giving' points for a well-chosen gift, and the receiver earns 'Getting' points based on what they actually wanted. The first to reach the end of both scoring tracks wins. It's a game that sparks conversations, reveals personalities, and guarantees hilarious moments, serving as a fantastic icebreaker for any group.

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

3–8 players
3 OK
4 REC
5 BEST
6 BEST
7 REC
8 REC

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Game details

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Families

Containers: Cubes Game: GiftTRAP
Publisher Albi, Arclight Games, Ferti, GiftTRAP Enterprises, Heidelberger Spieleverlag, Kaissa Chess & Games, Lautapelit.fi, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Morapiaf, Stein-Thompson Games, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd.
Designer Nick Kellet
Artist Scott E. Davis

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
What is the average playtime for GiftTRAP?
A game of GiftTRAP typically lasts around 60 minutes, keeping things quick and engaging.
How many players can join?
The game is designed for larger groups, accommodating 3 to 8 players. More people mean more fun (and more laughs)!
Is GiftTRAP a difficult game to learn?
Not at all! The rules are super simple, and you'll get the hang of it in minutes. Perfect for those who don't want to spend ages reading the manual.
Do I need to know English to play?
The game has minimal text dependency and is easily memorable. The gameplay is very visual, and the basic rules are straightforward to grasp.
Is it a good game to play with family?
Absolutely! Since it doesn't require specific skills like drawing or trivia, and has a lighthearted theme, it's great for bringing different age groups together for fun.
What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to be the first to advance on both the 'Giving' and 'Getting' tracks, meaning you need to be good at giving gifts that please others and receiving what you truly desire!
What makes GiftTRAP different from other party games?
The mechanic of guessing others' tastes and how you score both when giving and receiving gifts creates a unique dynamic full of funny surprises.

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