Herd Mentality

Big Potato Games, Användbart Litet Företag, Desyllas Games · Board game · 2020
4–20 · best 7, 8 20–30 min Weight 1.0/5
7.4 rating Ludopedia
6.6 rating BGG
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7.4 rating Ludopedia
6.6 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you enjoy party games that test your synergy with friends, Herd Mentality is a fun and chaotic pick! Think like the crowd and win cows!

Highlights
  • Thinking like the majority
  • Fun with large groups
  • Super simple rules
  • Fast and chaotic games
Keep in mind
  • The Pink Cow can frustrate
  • Depends on group synergy
  • May have low replayability
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About the game
Get ready to join the herd with Herd Mentality, a party game that'll have everyone thinking alike! The goal here is simple: everyone writes the same thing. If you manage to think like the majority and hit on the answer most people came up with, congratulations, you and your friends win cows! It's like a collective "Yeehaw!". But beware, because if your answer is the only one that's different, you end up with the dreaded Pink Cow. It's worthless, and your new objective is to pass this hot potato to someone else as quickly as possible. The first player to collect eight cows wins this wild race. With super easy-to-grasp rules and quick games, Herd Mentality is perfect for livening up any barbecue, family gathering, or even a night with friends who love a good group guessing challenge. It guarantees fun for up to 20 people, where the most important thing is to catch the vibe of the group and not get left behind in the pen!
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In English

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Animals: Cattle / Cows Digital Implementations: Tabletopia
Publisher Big Potato Games, Användbart Litet Företag, Desyllas Games, Gigamic, Hobby World, Mega Bleu, Mercurio, Randolph, Reflexshop, Rozum, ToyCo
Designer Dan Penn, Rich Coombes
Artist Robin Sowden García
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people can play Herd Mentality?
Herd Mentality is a party game designed for large groups, playable by 4 to 20 people. The more people, the more chaotic and fun it gets!
How long does a game take?
Games are quite fast, usually lasting between 20 to 30 minutes. Perfect for fitting into any event or for playing multiple rounds.
Is the game difficult to learn?
Not at all! Herd Mentality has very simple rules, with a complexity rating of 1 out of 5. It's easy to explain and anyone can jump into the fun quickly.
What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to think like the majority of players and write the same answer as them. Whoever achieves this wins cows. The first to collect 8 cows wins.
What happens if my answer is the only different one?
If your answer is the only one nobody else thought of, you get the dreaded Pink Cow. It's worthless, and you need to pass it to another player as quickly as possible.
Is it a good game for families?
Yes! Because it's easy to learn and has a light, fun theme, Herd Mentality is a great option for playing with the whole family, from kids to adults.
Do you need to be able to read to play?
The game has very little text on the cards, making it easily memorizable. It's not a barrier for those who aren't very familiar with reading in English, for example.