I am usually the one recommending games to my friends, and I was very surprised when one of my besties told me I should get a game. She never buys games, what is happening? Well, I took a mental note and then I was walking in Barnes & Noble with another pal, and she picked up that game! "Look at this box. What is this? You don’t have this."
All I said was, “buy it! I don't know what it is, but I was told it was really good." Boy, am I glad she bought it.
I’m not a particular fan of trivia games, but this one is fun! To me, this one and Bang Out of Order! by Gamely are the best trivia games I’ve seen. They’re fun, and they don't shame you for not knowing obscure things. In fact, in CDSK, you set the limits of how much you think you know, and if you guessed correctly, you move up. If you didn't, well, try again!
With CDSK, it's not just about how much you know but how well you gauge your own knowledge. Think you’re a 6 on “80s Rock Ballads”? Go for it! Nail it, and your team moves up 6 spaces. Miss it? No worries—you get another shot next time. Plus, the game throws in Challenge Cards that mix things up with timed rounds, multiple-choice mayhem, and questions that range from delightful to downright curious.
And did I mention the DIY playing pieces? No generic pawns here—grab whatever fits your team’s style and hit the board. Whether you’re the trivia type or just in it for some laughs, this one keeps things fresh, light-hearted, and seriously fun.
This pieces is what we used Saturday during an impromptu hang out at Starbucks. I've been obsessed with Five Cucumbers, so I used that as my pawn!
🎯 Goal of the Game
Pilot your team to victory by answering questions across a spectrum of subjects, from "Delightful" pop culture to "Curious" oddities, and everything in between. Think you know enough? Prove it by reaching the end of the board and nailing that final question!
🚀 SHALL WE BEGIN?
Gather 2 to 4 teams of 1 to 4 players each. Each team picks a Player Piece (but don’t expect one in the box—get creative and find something that represents your crew!).
Ready for a quicker game? Start on the "Express Start" space for a 21 minute showdown. Feeling ambitious? Head to the "Classic Start" for a 47 minute deep dive. I love how the rulebook is written.
You can tell they had fun because estimates of board game times are usually a lie or too precise.
🎲 RULES
Pick Your Path: Flip open the box to reveal the board. Each space corresponds to a different card Category: Knowledge, Delightful, Seasoned, and Curious
Categories Galore:
Knowledge: Science, nature, history, geography
Delightful: Movies, music, sports
Seasoned: Real world wisdom and “grownup” stuff
Curious: Precise or bizarre subjects for the daring
Each time you land on a Category space, the team to your left picks a card, and you decide how confident you feel (110). They read a question based on your confidence level, and you've got 31 seconds to answer. Nail it? Move forward that many spaces! Get it wrong? No harm done, but you’ll stay put and try again next turn
Challenge Cards: Land on a Challenge space, and brace yourself for a card that mixes up the game with open questions, timed rounds, and other curveballs. Sometimes they'll speed you up, other times they’ll slow you down
Hurry Up & Win Cards: Reach the final space on the board? Time to seal the deal with a Hurry Up and Win question! Get it right to claim victory. Get it wrong, and you'll have to try again on your next turn
🔎 HOW TO PLAY
Teams take turns clockwise, answering questions from various categories. When your team lands on a space, it's time to flex your knowledge muscles. Discuss, strategize, and lock in your answer. Answer right, advance the number of spaces you chose. Answer wrong? No worries—you get another shot next time.
🏆 HOW IT ALL ENDS
To win, be the first team to land on the final space and answer that critical question correctly. Then, bask in the glory of your triumph (or maybe just enjoy a well earned drink or/and nap)!
CDSK is a hilarious mix of friendly banter, surprising knowledge, and just enough randomness to keep everyone guessing. Whether you're a trivia pro or just looking to have some laughs with friends, it's a game that ensures no two rounds are ever the same 🌟
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