# Inkognito ## General Info - **Year Published**: 1988 - **BGG Rating**: 6.6 - **BGG Rank**: #2461 - **Players**: 3-5 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 90 min - **Weight**: 2.16 / 5 - **Designers**: Alex Randolph, Leo Colovini - **Artists**: Peter Gifford, Studio Tapiro - **Publishers**: Ares Games, Devir, IELLO, Kaissa Chess & Games, Korea Boardgames, MB Giochi, MB Spellen, MB Spiele, MB spill, Milton Bradley, Oliphante, Paper Iyagi, Piatnik, Planplay, Red Glove, Rio Grande Games, UBO CnC, Venice Connection, Winning Moves Germany - **Categories**: Deduction, Spies / Secret Agents - **Mechanics**: Point to Point Movement, Roll / Spin and Move, Team-Based Game ## Verdict If you love uncovering liars while racing through Venice’s canals, Inkognito will hook you.engaging deductionsecret partnershipscharming settinglong playtimeshallow strategic depthRECOMMENDED ## Description Inkognito puts you in the shoes of a secret agent who must complete a mission together with a mysterious partner. At the start, no one knows their mission or who their ally is; each player controls four different figures (tall, short, fat, thin), but only one is the true agent while the others are friendly spies meant to confuse opponents. On each turn you shake the "Phantom of Prophecy" to receive three possible actions, such as moving along land or sea routes. Landing on the same space as another figure or the Ambassador lets you ask questions and peek at some of that player's cards, using deduction to uncover identities and code halves. Once you think you've found your partner, you swap secret‑mission cards, revealing the final objective that, if fulfilled by either member of the pair, wins the game for both. The Ambassador, playable by a fifth player in the 2013 edition, offers valuable clues to everyone but can also be leveraged against you; his goal is to achieve “perfect knowledge” before any team finishes its mission. The game blends point‑to‑point movement, roll‑or‑spin movement, and team‑based cooperation, all set in the atmospheric city of Venice, Italy. With a playing time of about 90 minutes and a light weight of 2.2, Inkognito is perfect for fans of deduction, hidden‑role intrigue, and a dash of spy drama. ## FAQ ### How many players can join? 3 to 5 players; the 2013 edition adds a fifth player who controls the Ambassador. ### What’s the typical playing time? About 90 minutes, though it can vary with player experience. ### How complex is the game? Light to moderate (weight 2.2); rules are easy to grasp but deduction requires focus. ### What components are included? Figure tokens (tall, short, fat, thin), marbles, player screens, a Venice board, mission cards, and the "Phantom of Prophecy" randomizer. ### Who should play this game? Fans of spy themes, deduction, and hidden‑role games, especially groups that enjoy social interaction. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 9.40 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3436318&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 28.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=5044539&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 34.95 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=150725&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 35.08 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1660818&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 36.14 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3436329&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 39.39 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6959804&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 39.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=950150&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 49.12 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4362502&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/6688/inkognito?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com