7.5
rating
Ludopedia
6.7
rating
BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you love bluffing, deduction, and lots of shouting at the table, Time Bomb Evolution is your next addiction! The tension is palpable every round.
Highlights
- Intense social deduction
- Bluffing and manipulation
- Fast-paced, tense games
- Easy to learn rules
- High player interaction
Keep in mind
- Best with 5 or 6 players
- Depends on group interaction
- Can generate 'paranoia'
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for tension and bluffing in Time Bomb Evolution, an enhanced version of the classic TimeBomb! In this social deduction game, you and your friends will be secretly divided into two teams: the brave SWAT officers, who need to defuse a time bomb, or the cunning terrorists, who want to see everything go up in smoke. At the beginning of the game, each player secretly receives cards and places them face down in front of them. The SWAT's objective is to reveal all 'SUCCESS' cards to deactivate the explosive device. The terrorists, on the other hand, win if four 'THREAT' cards of the same color are exposed. Each round, a player chooses another participant's card to reveal. If it's a success card, SWAT celebrates. But if it's a threat card, its effect is immediately activated, according to its color, bringing the terrorists closer to victory. Discussions are free and encouraged, but beware: terrorists will be there to deceive and distract SWAT! It's a cat and mouse game where trust is a luxury and paranoia is a constant.
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Best player count
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4
REC
5
REC
6
BEST
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
IELLO, 新ボードゲーム党 (New Board Game Party), Hutter Trade GmbH + Co KG, Mancalamaro, Reflexshop, TCG Factory, Zito! Ώρα για παιχνίδι
Designer
佐藤 雄介 (Yusuke Sato)
Artist
Biboun, Kotaro Kawa (川孝太郎)
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
2,366owners
266wishlist
33want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Time Bomb Evolution?
The game is ideal for groups of 4 to 6 players, ensuring the perfect dynamic for bluffing and deduction.
What is the average game duration?
Games are quite fast, usually taking between 25 to 30 minutes. Perfect for multiple rounds!
Is Time Bomb Evolution too complex for beginners?
No! With a complexity weight of 1.6875/5, it's super accessible. The rules are easy to understand, but the strategy is deep.
What are the main components of the game?
The game is primarily composed of cards, which represent player roles, success cards, and threat cards with their effects.
What is the difference between Time Bomb Evolution and the original TimeBomb?
Evolution adds new layers of strategy with colored threat cards, which activate different effects, making the game even more dynamic and unpredictable.
Who is Time Bomb Evolution recommended for?
It's highly recommended for those who love social deduction games, bluffing, hidden roles, and lots of interaction at the table. If you enjoy games like The Resistance or Coup, you'll love this!
Does the game have language dependency?
No, the game has no language dependency, as essential information is conveyed through card symbols, making it accessible to players from different countries.
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