True Colors

Games Adults Play, Grand V, Jumbo · Board game · 1989
9.0 Ludopedia 6.1 BGG 3–6 · best 6 30 min Weight 1.1/5
Buy · from US$ 19.45
9.0 rating Ludopedia
6.1 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love figuring out how others see you while sharing a lot of laughs, True Colors is the go‑to.

Highlights
  • Light and fun
  • Strong social interaction
  • Quick to learn
Keep in mind
  • Requires solid language grasp
  • Discussion can slow play
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About the game

What you do in a play session

True Colors is a party game that puts you in the role of a "social detective". Each player is assigned a color and, each round, questions are drawn and placed in tiny urns. The fun comes from secretly voting on who best fits the prompt – for instance, "Who is most likely to forget their mother-in-law's birthday?". After everyone votes, each participant tries to guess how many votes they received for that question. The closer your estimate, the more points you score. The ultimate goal is to be the player who best understands how others see you. Voting and betting/bluffing mechanics add a dash of suspense: you need to read the room, interpret reactions, and sometimes throw a little deception to throw opponents off. The game is quick, about 30 minutes, and supports 3 to 6 players, making it ideal for casual get‑togethers or parties. While light‑hearted, it does require decent language skills, as the questions are textual and some nuances may be lost in translation. If your group enjoys laughs, light deduction, and a pinch of group psychology, True Colors delivers guaranteed fun without overcomplicating things. However, if players prefer ultra‑streamlined rules and less chatter, the discussion pace might slow the game down.

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Best player count

BGG community vote

3–6 players
3 OK
4 REC
5 REC
6 BEST

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Game details

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Publisher Games Adults Play, Grand V, Jumbo, Milton Bradley, Piatnik, Pressman Toy Corp., Tactic
Designer Jean Tarrade
Artist (Uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can join?
3 to 6 players, perfect for small to medium gatherings.
What is the typical playtime?
About 30 minutes, depending on how many questions are used.
How complex is the game?
Very low – the rules are simple, though reading body language helps.
What components are included?
Colored cards, mini‑urns for questions, voting tokens, and score sheets.
Do I need a lot of table space?
No, just enough room for the urns and tokens on a small table.
Is fluency in English required?
The original is in English; translations exist, but understanding the nuances may be tough for non‑speakers.
Who will enjoy this game the most?
Groups that love humor, light deduction, and social interaction, especially friends who like chatting.

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