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Ludopedia
6.5
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BGG
Our Verdict
If you love light games with deduction and a dash of chaos, Samoa is your tropical party in a box. Bluffing disguised as fun!
Highlights
- Quick and easy to learn
- Great for groups and laughs
- Deduction + luck well balanced
Keep in mind
- May frustrate non-bluffers
- Element randomness can annoy
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Samoa is a party of colors, bluffing, and deduction disguised as a light card game. Each player has a secret mask (no one knows who owns which) and the goal is to decorate it with colorful feathers to score points. Gameplay is simple: on your turn, you reveal a card from the deck and decide which mask to place it on (top or bottom). But here’s the twist: you can try to deduce who owns which mask to earn bonuses — or make others lose points if they figure out yours! The game has three rounds, so even if you mess up one, you still have a chance to bounce back. The elements water, fire, and air add a bit of controlled chaos: the sea might bring extra feathers, while fire + wind could burn your hard-earned points. Samoa is fast, fun, and perfect for those who enjoy games with a touch of psychology and luck. Pro tip: don’t celebrate too early — someone might flip the game until the very last moment!
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Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
999 Games, Devir, HUCH!
Designer
Lars Jansen
Artist
Andrew Bosley
Player count?
2-4. Best with 4 for maximum chaos and deduction!
Playtime?
About 25 mins — perfect for a quick game after lunch.
Hard to learn?
Nope! Rules are simple, but strategy gets deeper with replays.
Table space needed?
Almost none. Fits on a bar table — it’s a true pocket game.
Who’s this for?
Fans of Coup or Love Letter who want something more colorful and less friendship-breaking.