# Temple of Cthulhu

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 3-12
- **Duration**: 15-30 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Simon Hessling Oscarson
- **Publishers**: Luckish Entertainment
- **Categories**: Card Game, Deduction, Mythology, Party Game
- **Mechanics**: Betting and Bluffing, Deduction, Hidden Roles

## Verdict
Fans of party games with betrayal and deduction will love Temple of Cthulhu — it’s chaotic fun with a cosmic horror twist!Great for large groupsIntense bluffing and deductionImmersive Cthulhu themeFast-paced and dynamicMay confuse beginnersRequires engaged playersCard randomnessRECOMMENDED

## Description
Temple of Cthulhu is a hidden-role social deduction card game for 3–12 players. Each player gets a secret role and five cards. Over four rounds, players place cards face down and make claims about what they’ve played — which might be true or false. The challenge is figuring out who to trust and who’s secretly working against the group. Investigators aim to uncover Elder Signs, while Cultists try to stop them and instead reveal Cthulhu Idols. The game blends bluffing, memory (to track past claims), and timing to play item cards that disrupt others’ plans. Junk cards add uncertainty, and winning hinges on convincing others you’re innocent — while pointing fingers at the right suspects. Ideal for party gamers who love betrayal with a dash of cosmic horror!

## FAQ
### How many players are ideal?
Best with 6+ players — the more, the merrier (and more chaotic)!

### Is it hard to learn?
Rules are simple, but the game demands attention for bluffing and deduction. Better for those familiar with social deduction.

### How long does a game last?
Around 15-30 minutes, perfect for multiple rounds in one night.

### Does it need a moderator?
Nope! Everyone plays actively — no narrator required.

### What’s the recommended age?
14+ due to theme and social complexity, but teens love it.