Phantom Ink

Resonym, Alley Cat Games, Allplay · Board game · 2022

9.1 Ludopedia 7.4 BGG 2–8 · best 6 10–15 min Weight 1.2/5

Buy · from US$ 15.99

9.1 rating Ludopedia

7.4 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 15.99

Our Verdict

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy quick, laugh-out-loud guessing games, Phantom Ink is the right pick! It's a team deduction experience that keeps you engaged from start to finish.

Highlights

Fun and fast-paced
Easy to learn
Great for groups
Tense interaction

Keep in mind

Language dependent
Simple yet deep rules

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a spiritual guessing session in Phantom Ink! In this super-fast party game, two teams, Sun and Moon, face off to prove who has the best connection to the 'World Beyond'. Each team has one Spirit and up to three Media, who share a deck of cards with intriguing questions. The goal? To discover a secret object chosen by the Spirit before the rival team does. On their turn, the Media pass two question cards to the Spirit, who chooses one to answer. The catch is that the Spirit answers by writing the response letter by letter, quietly, while the Media try to decipher the clue. If the Media think they know, they shout 'Silence!' and stop the game. A clue like 'Y' might seem like little, but with the right question, it can reveal everything! If you make a mistake when guessing, the other team gains more information. The team that correctly guesses the secret object first wins! It's pure deduction, limited communication, and lots of fun in just 10-15 minutes. Perfect for livening up any gathering, with simple rules everyone can pick up quickly.

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Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

3 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–8 players

2 OK

3 OK

4 BEST

5 REC

6 BEST

7 REC

8 BEST

Soundtrack

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Resonym, Alley Cat Games, Allplay, Games7Days, Gémklub, Gigamic, Lavka Games, MEBO Games, MINDOK, Pegasus Spiele, Pendragon Game Studio, Popcorn Games, Portal Games, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd., WindFans Games

Designer Mary Flanagan, Max Seidman

Artist A. Giroux, Spring Yu

Community

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5,904owners

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127want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions

How many players does Phantom Ink support?

Phantom Ink is super flexible, playable with 2 to 8 people. It's a team game, so an even number of players is ideal to divide equally between the Sun and Moon teams.

How long does a game take?

Get ready for lightning-fast games! Each round of Phantom Ink takes only 10 to 15 minutes to complete, perfect for those moments when you want something quick and fun.

Is Phantom Ink difficult to learn?

Not at all! The rules are quite simple, and you'll get the hang of it very quickly. It's the kind of game you explain in 2 minutes and you're already playing.

Do I need to speak English to play?

Yes, Phantom Ink requires a good command of the language, as clues and answers are word-based. It's essential that all players understand and speak the language the game is being played in.

Is it a competitive or cooperative game?

It's a competitive team game. Two teams, Sun and Moon, compete against each other to be the first to discover the secret object.

What components come in the box?

The box usually contains question cards, cards with secret objects, letter markers, and the game rules. Everything you need to start your spiritual session!