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Ludopedia
6.5
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BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Ideal for fans of party games where humor and creativity border on absurdity.
Highlights
- Guaranteed laughs every round
- Creative chaos with wild combos
- Easy to learn and play
- Massive replayability with word variety
Keep in mind
- Requires a lighthearted group
- Judge bias is part of the fun
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Ransom Notes is that party game that'll have everyone in stitches with absurd sentences. The idea is simple: you get a bunch of word magnets and must craft responses to outrageous prompts like 'How to confess you clogged the party toilet?' or 'What to say on a first date?'. The result? Hilarious combos even Shakespeare couldn't predict. Each round, a different judge picks the funniest (or least terrible) answer, and the winner scores a point. First to 5 points wins, but the real prize is watching your friend justify why 'flying dog with sauce' is a valid response. With hundreds of word magnets, every game is fresh and creative chaos is guaranteed. Pro tip: don't play this with people who take life too seriously.
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Best player count
BGG community vote
3
REC
4
REC
5
BEST
6
BEST
Soundtrack
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Charty Party LLC
Designer
Evan Katz, Josh Roberts
Artist
Michael Guthrie
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
4,090owners
427wishlist
32want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can join?
3 to 6 players. More people = more chaos (and more fun).
Is there adult content?
Nothing explicit, but some prompts may lead to risqué jokes depending on the group.
Do you need paper/pens?
Nope! Everything's handled with magnets and prompt cards.
How long does it take?
30-90 minutes, depending on your group's pace and how many laugh-induced pauses you take.
Can kids play?
12+ works, but the humor shines best with teens/adults.
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