Inkognito: The Card Game

ABACUSSPIELE, Fantasy Flight Games, Venice Connection · Board game · 1997
3–5 · best 4 20–30 min Weight 1.7/5
5.4 rating Ludopedia
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Our Verdict

If you enjoy unraveling mysteries and love a good deduction card game, Inkognito: The Card Game is an excellent choice to test your espionage skills!

Highlights
  • Engaging deduction
  • Quick playtime
  • Espionage theme
  • Player interaction
  • Portable
Keep in mind
  • Can be repetitive
  • Best with 4 players
  • Card luck dependent
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About the game
Get ready for an adventure full of mystery and intrigue in the heart of Venice Carnival with Inkognito: The Card Game! You are a secret agent on a crucial mission: to find your partner among three other renowned spies. The objective is simple yet challenging: make contact with them to exchange vital information that will allow the two of you to break into a safe and discover the whereabouts of the enigmatic 'Grand Old Man'. But beware, for a rival team of agents has also been sent to Venice, determined to steal this information before you. One wrong move could cost you your life!

In this deductive card game, each player assumes the role of one of four secret agents: Lord Fiddlebottom, Colonel Bubble, Agent X, or Madame Zsa Zsa. Your primary task is to deduce the identities of the other players. How do you do this? By arranging strategic meetings to share small fragments of information. Additionally, you can meet with 'the Ambassador' to gain valuable knowledge about the other spies in play. The first player to decipher the identities of all agents and ultimately find their partner secures the victory.

Inkognito: The Card Game is an engaging experience of secrets, lies, and investigation, perfect for those who love a good mental challenge. With quick games and a hand management mechanic that keeps you on your toes, this game is a reimplementation of the Inkognito board game, now in a more compact and agile format. Do you have what it takes to be the master of deduction in Venice?
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Admin: Better Description Needed! Cities: Venice (Veneto, Italy) Country: Italy Series: Fantasy Flight Silver Line Versions & Editions: Card Versions of Non-Card Games
Publisher ABACUSSPIELE, Fantasy Flight Games, Venice Connection
Designer Alex Randolph, Leo Colovini
Artist Brian Schomburg, Camille Kuo, Scott Nicely
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can participate in Inkognito: The Card Game?
The game is designed for 3 to 5 players, but the classic team experience is most evident with 4 players.
What is the average game duration?
Games are quite quick, usually lasting between 20 and 30 minutes, making it ideal for fast gaming sessions.
Is it a complex game for beginners?
With a complexity weight of 1.65/5, it is considered a light and accessible game, easy for newcomers to the board game world to learn.
What are the main components of the game?
As a 'The Card Game' version, it is primarily composed of cards, which represent the agents, information, and the Ambassador.
Who is Inkognito: The Card Game most suitable for?
It's perfect for fans of deduction and mystery games who enjoy bluffing and unraveling secrets in an espionage and carnival-themed setting. Great for families and groups of friends looking for something light and fun.
Do I need to know the original Inkognito to play the card version?
No, absolutely not! Although it is a reimplementation, the card version has its own rules and can be played independently, without prior knowledge of the original board game.