Coup: Rebellion G54

Coup: Rebellion G54

Players
3-6
Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
5 players
Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
15 min
AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
14+
ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
1.9 / 5
Year
2014

About the game

Coup: Rebellion G54 is a standalone bluffing card game where the last player with influence wins. Each game, players randomly select five character roles from a pool of twenty-five, so the mix of powers and the optimal bluffing strategy changes every session. On your turn you can claim any character's action, whether or not you actually hold that card, risking a challenge that could cost you an influence. It's a tense, fast-playing game of deception, deduction, and calculated risk for a gamer's crowd.

Hobbli's Notes

A great expansion on Coup's core bluffing loop: the variable 25-card pool keeps things fresh and lets groups tune the game toward more bluffing, deduction, or chaos. Ideal for a lively party crowd that enjoys reading people.

What we like

  • Variable character pool keeps every game feeling fresh.
  • Fast 15-minute playtime makes it easy to play multiple rounds.
  • Rewards reading opponents and calculated bluffing.
  • Scales well from small to larger groups.

Keep in mind

  • Player elimination can leave some players sitting out early.
  • Heavier bluffing can be intimidating for very casual players.
  • Requires a social group willing to actively deceive each other.

Who it's for

Teens and adults who enjoy social bluffing and deduction games, 3 to 6 players, great for party settings.

Mechanics