Time's Up! Deluxe
- Players
- 4-18
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 6 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 60 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 13+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.3 / 5
- Year
- 2008
About the game
Time's Up! Deluxe is the tenth-anniversary edition of the classic party guessing game, combining the best cards from the original set and its expansions with brand-new content and a handy electronic timer. Teams take turns getting teammates to guess famous names across three increasingly restrictive rounds - free clues, one-word clues, then no words at all. The same set of names carries across all three rounds, rewarding memory as much as cleverness. It is a raucous, laugh-out-loud party game built for larger groups.
Hobbli's Notes
Time's Up! is a modern party classic for good reason - the three-round structure keeps the same names fresh and hilarious as the clue restrictions tighten. It scales beautifully with bigger groups and mixed skill levels, making it a reliable crowd-pleaser. The Deluxe edition's electronic timer and expanded card pool are welcome quality-of-life upgrades. This is an easy pick for any large gathering wanting big laughs.
What we like
- Hilarious three-round structure builds momentum and laughter.
- Scales well for large groups and mixed skill levels.
- Deluxe edition's electronic timer and expanded card pool add polish.
- Easy to teach and immediately engaging.
Keep in mind
- Requires a fairly large, energetic group to shine.
- Overly familiar names may reduce challenge for some groups.
Who it's for
Perfect for larger groups and parties (13+) of 4 or more, ideal for teams of two or more.
