Spyfall
- Players
- 3-8
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 6 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 15 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 13+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.2 / 5
- Year
- 2014
About the game
Spyfall is a fast-talking social deduction party game where everyone knows a shared secret location except one player, the spy. Players ask each other pointed questions to sniff out the spy while the spy tries to bluff their way through without knowing where they are. Anyone can accuse another player at any time, and the round ends in a tense reveal. With dozens of locations and quick 15-minute rounds, it's endlessly replayable.
Hobbli's Notes
Spyfall is one of the sharpest social deduction games out there - the pressure of crafting a convincing answer without knowing the location makes for constant hilarious tension. It plays great with larger groups and needs almost no setup. An essential pick for any party game shelf.
What we like
- Extremely quick setup and 15-minute rounds keep energy high.
- Clever hidden-role tension drives constant social interaction.
- Scales well from small to large groups.
- Huge variety of locations ensures high replayability.
Keep in mind
- Requires quick thinking and comfort with improvisation.
- Downtime for the accused if rounds resolve too quickly.
- Less enjoyable for players who dislike bluffing or acting.
Who it's for
Great for parties of 3-8 players, ages 13+, who enjoy social bluffing and quick-witted deduction.
