If you enjoy a good bluff and love playing with words, Wise and Otherwise is the perfect choice to liven up any gathering. It's a game that values creativity and the ability to cleverly deceive your friends.
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Highlights
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Unlimited creativity
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Intense interaction
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Simple rules
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Lots of laughter
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High replayability
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Keep in mind
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Group dependent
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Not for strategists
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Requires imagination
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Ever imagined Confucius playing Balderdash? Well, Wise and Otherwise puts you in that exact mood! This is a super fun bluffing and word game where you and your friends will test your creativity and wit. Each round, one player takes on the role of the Reader. They pick a card and read the first part of an old saying or proverb, also revealing its country of origin. The coolest (and most challenging) part is that the other players must secretly invent an ending for that proverb, trying to make it sound as authentic as possible! After collecting all the suggestions, the Reader shuffles them with the actual ending and reads them all aloud. Now comes the bluffing part: everyone votes for the ending they believe is the real one. You score points if your invention fools the crowd and also if you guess the original ending correctly. If no one votes for the correct ending, the Reader gets some bonus points. The game continues until someone reaches 20 points. With over 2500 proverbs from all corners of the world, Wise and Otherwise is a treat for anyone who loves playing with words, creating metaphors, and even using an imaginary accent to convince friends. It's a classic that blends the wisdom of folk sayings with the fun of a good party game. Get your pen and paper ready, and let your imagination run wild!
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2–6 players
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How many players can participate in Wise and Otherwise? expand_more
The game is ideal for groups, supporting 2 to 6 players, but it shines brightest with everyone inventing answers.
What is the average game duration? expand_more
A game of Wise and Otherwise usually lasts between 45 minutes and 1 hour, depending on the group's pace and how quickly the 20-point score is reached.
What is the complexity level of the rules? expand_more
The rules are super simple and easy to learn! It's a light-weight game (1.49/5 on BGG), perfect for introducing new players or for a casual evening.
What comes in the game box? expand_more
The game typically includes cards with proverbs, notepads and pencils for players to write their answers, as well as a scoring board or track and voting tokens.
Is Wise and Otherwise a good family game? expand_more
Absolutely! It's an excellent family game, as it encourages creativity, reading, and writing in a fun way. Interaction and laughter are guaranteed, making it great for all ages.
Do I need to have a lot of proverb knowledge to play? expand_more
Not at all! The charm of the game is precisely inventing plausible (or hilarious) endings for proverbs you've probably never heard. Your creativity is more important than your knowledge of folk sayings.