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A fast and cute bluffing game, perfect for casual fun without the fuss.
Highlights
- Quick and fun bluffing
- Adorable cat theme
- Super snappy sessions
- Easy to learn
Keep in mind
- Player elimination mechanic
- Relies on bluffing/luck
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Ever heard of that crazy physics experiment? Well, Schrödinger's Cats brings all that quantum chaos straight to your table, but with one major advantage: nobody has to deal with actual radiation or endangered kittens! Instead, you'll step into the role of an eccentric cat physicist—like Albert Felinestein or Sally Prride—on a mission to uncover the mystery of the boxes. Your goal is simple yet intense: deduce the exact number of live cats, dead cats, or empty boxes scattered throughout the lab.
The gameplay revolves around intense betting and bluffing rounds. Each player starts with a hand of cards and must make a claim about the cards in play. The next player can either accept the claim and increase the number or challenge it with a 'call'. If you're right—whether you were making the claim or challenging it—you stay in the game; if you're wrong, you're out! The eliminated player leaves the round, and the game continues with fewer players and shrinking hands of cards.
The secret sauce is the special character abilities. Once per game, you can trigger a unique power to manipulate the situation to your advantage, helping you prove your hypothesis or debunk a rival's. It's a fast-paced deduction game, perfect for those who love a good bluff and want a session that's quicker than a coffee break. If you enjoy snappy card games with a cute theme and high-stakes mechanics, get ready to find out if your cat is alive, dead, or if you're even still in the game!
The gameplay revolves around intense betting and bluffing rounds. Each player starts with a hand of cards and must make a claim about the cards in play. The next player can either accept the claim and increase the number or challenge it with a 'call'. If you're right—whether you were making the claim or challenging it—you stay in the game; if you're wrong, you're out! The eliminated player leaves the round, and the game continues with fewer players and shrinking hands of cards.
The secret sauce is the special character abilities. Once per game, you can trigger a unique power to manipulate the situation to your advantage, helping you prove your hypothesis or debunk a rival's. It's a fast-paced deduction game, perfect for those who love a good bluff and want a session that's quicker than a coffee break. If you enjoy snappy card games with a cute theme and high-stakes mechanics, get ready to find out if your cat is alive, dead, or if you're even still in the game!
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
9th Level Games, 999 Games, AMIGO, Broadway Toys LTD, Korea Boardgames, Mercurio, Reflexshop
Designer
Adriel Wilson, Christopher O'Neill, Heather O'Neill
Artist
James Stowe
Community
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2,574owners
189wishlist
13want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long does a game take?
Super quick! Usually between 10 to 30 minutes.
What is the recommended age?
It's accessible, but due to player elimination, it's best for ages 8+.
Is the game complex?
Not at all! It's a light and intuitive card game, perfect for a quick session.
How many players can play?
2 to 6 players, with more players making the bluffing even better.
Can players be eliminated?
Yes, the game uses a player elimination mechanic each round.
Do I need to know quantum physics?
Not at all! The theme is just a fun excuse for the bluffing.
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