# Perudo ## General Info - **Year Published**: 1800 - **BGG Rating**: 6.9 - **BGG Rank**: #870 - **Players**: 2-10 (Best with: 6) - **Duration**: 15-30 min - **Weight**: 1.25 / 5 - **Designers**: Richard Borg - **Artists**: Bildgården AB, Design Edge, H.P. Hoff, Heinz Grafische Werke, Martin Lodewijk, Rita Åse, Ron Zalme, Thierry Masson, Wanjin Gill - **Publishers**: (Public Domain), Endless Games (I), F.X. Schmid, Milton Bradley, (Self-Published), 25th Century Games, A. F. Blake Enterprises, Alga, Arclight Games, asmodee, BASF-Knoll, Blake Enterprises, Brimtoy, Brybelly, Cappelen Damm AS, Cardinal, Crown & Andrews Ltd., Dal Negro, E. S. Lowe Company Inc., Fantastic Factory, Friendly Games, Inc., Front Porch Classics, Gémklub, Giochi Uniti, Goliath Games, Grafix BV, Hasbro, Hazgaard Editions, Inca Perudo, International Games, Jumbo, Korea Boardgames, KOZAK Games, L4 Studios, Mattel, Inc., McNaughty Games, Mr. B Games, N.W. Damm & Søn (Damm), The Op Games, Outset Media, Parker Brothers, Paul Lamond Games Ltd, Piatnik, Planet Finska, Playte, Pressman Toy Corp., Ravensburger AG, Reveal Entertainment, Inc., Spin Master Ltd., Stupor Mundi, University Games, Walt Disney Productions (Disney), Zygomatic - **Categories**: Bluffing, Children's Game, Dice, Movies / TV / Radio theme, Party Game - **Mechanics**: Betting and Bluffing, Dice Rolling, Player Elimination ## Verdict If you love bluffing and fast games, Perudo will become your new obsession – its biggest strength is constant tension.Easy to learnQuick and dynamicGreat for large groupsPlayer elimination can feel harshRelies on reading opponentsRECOMMENDED ## Description Perudo, also called Dudo or Bluff, is a South‑American classic that turns a simple dice roll into a battle of lies and guesses. Each player gets five dice and an opaque cup, shakes them, and hides the result. The goal is to estimate how many dice of a certain face are showing across all players. Bids start low – for example, "there are three threes" – and increase in quantity or face value. Anyone who doubts the current bid can call the bluff; at that moment all dice are revealed. If the bid is correct, the challenger loses a die; if it’s wrong, the bidder loses one. Play continues until only one player still has dice, who is crowned the winner. Rounds are quick (15‑30 minutes) and accommodate 2‑10 players, making it perfect for both small gatherings and noisy parties. The "Betting and Bluffing" mechanic blends risk with reading opponents, while "Dice Rolling" adds the randomness needed to keep predictions uncertain. Player elimination keeps the tension high, as each loss narrows bluffing options. Being public‑domain, Perudo spawns countless themed variants – from pirates to cartoon characters – and even appears in digital forms like Board Game Arena. The required components are minimal: dice, cups, and optionally a drawstring bag or tin for storage. In short, Perudo offers plenty of fun, chatter, and laughs in a cheap, easy‑to‑learn package. ## FAQ ### How many players can join? 2 to 10 players; it works well for both duels and party settings. ### How long does a game take? Typically 15‑30 minutes, depending on the number of participants. ### What is the game’s complexity? Very low – the rules are straightforward and learned in minutes. ### What components are included? Five dice and an opaque cup per player; some editions add a drawstring bag or tin box for storage. ### Is it suitable for kids? Yes, from around 8‑9 years old, as the rules are simple and the play is fun. ### Is there a digital version? Yes, Perudo can be played online on Board Game Arena, BrettspielWelt and Tabletopia. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.39 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4818664&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.39 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6359921&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.40 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6359607&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 15.15 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=150819&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 16.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6731087&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 17.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6236399&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 17.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6337013&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 18.47 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6393524&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 18.88 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=7074398&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 18.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4800810&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/6157/liars-dice?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com