Trickadee

Coin Flip Games · Board game · 2025

— Ludopedia 7.0 BGG 3–5 · best 4, 5 20–40 min Weight 2.0/5

Buy · from US$ 14.99

— rating Ludopedia

7.0 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 14.99

Our Verdict

RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy a card game with a unique twist that makes you think outside the box, Trickadee is for you! The 'win by losing' mechanic is its standout feature.

Highlights

Creative trick-taking strategy
Surprising plays guaranteed
Light and fun theme
Quick to learn

Keep in mind

Winning last is key
May have little interaction
Luck of the draw matters

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey folks! Ready for a card showdown that'll really get your brains buzzing? Trickadee is here to show that coming in first isn't always the goal. Check this out: sometimes, winning means losing... or rather, coming in last! It's a super clever trick-taking game where you play birds to the feeder, trying to form the best 'flocks'. The twist is that you can gain special abilities depending on whether your bird takes first, third, or last place in the round. These abilities help you build more powerful flocks and, who knows, maybe even secure the win. It's the kind of game that makes you think about every move, trying to anticipate what others will do and what the best position for your bird is. With rules that are easy to grasp and a dash of strategy, Trickadee promises dynamic and fun games for anyone who enjoys a good card game with a twist. Perfect for gathering your friends for some laughs (and maybe a few head-scratchers) as you try to dominate the bird feeder!

Gallery

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Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

1 videos

In English

Trickadee Preview | Clever Trick-Taking + BIRDS! BGG Watch on YouTube

Best player count

BGG community vote

3–5 players

3 REC

4 BEST

5 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Coin Flip Games

Designer Rob Newton

Artist Kelsey King

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

347owners

93wishlist

24want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions

What is the minimum recommended age for playing Trickadee?

The general recommendation is 10 years and up, but since it's a card game with some strategy involved, it can vary depending on the player's maturity.

Is the game very complicated to learn?

No! The basic trick-taking rules are easy to pick up, and the mechanic of gaining abilities based on position is quite intuitive. You can start playing quickly.

How many games can typically be played in one session?

With 20-40 minutes per game and depending on the number of players, you can comfortably play 2 or 3 games in an afternoon.

Is there a lot of player interaction?

The interaction is mostly indirect, focusing on trying to predict and influence others' plays to achieve the desired position in the trick, rather than being a direct attack game.

Is the bird theme just decoration, or does it influence gameplay?

The theme is well-integrated! The birds are the cards you play, and the idea of forming flocks is the main objective, with abilities tied to them.

Is it a good game for someone starting to play more complex board games?

Absolutely! It's a great bridge between simpler games and more strategic ones, introducing mechanics like trick-taking and set collection in an accessible way.