Secret Hitler Board Game Review

Imagine a board game that takes you back to a time when politics and alliances were at their most critical. "Secret Hitler" is a game that lets you experience the drama and challenges of that era. In this game you have to figure out who's on your side and who's not 😱

Secret Hitler is a bluffing party game. This means that the game involves hidden roles and deception. Players work to enact policies while figuring out who among them is secretly Hitler and who's trying to stop him.

🕵️‍♂️ The game plays with 5 to 10 players. ⏱️ The game's length varies, but a round lasts around 45 minutes ⏳. If it's your first time playing, allow about 15 minutes to teach the game. The mechanics and rules are straightforward, so it makes this game accessible to avid gamers and non-gamers alike.

Components

Inside the box, you’ll find policy cards 📜, party membership cards 🎫, wooden markers 🖋️, and a policy track 🛤️. The game board serves as the central playing area 🌐, while the policy cards determine the laws that are enacted. Party membership cards assign players their roles as either Liberals or Fascists ⚖️, with one player secretly becoming Secret Hitler 🤫. The wooden markers and policy track help keep track of the game's progress. The components are not just functional, but also visually appealing 👌

Gameplay

In this game, you and your friends become different people with roles like Liberals and Fascists. One of you is Secret Hitler 🕵️‍♂️, but nobody knows who. Liberals want good policies ✌️, while Fascists have their own plans 🦠. You'll take turns trying to make laws and figuring out who's who

During the game, you'll talk and discuss with your friends about what to do 💬. As time goes on, you might trust each other or get suspicious 🤨. It's like being in a real political situation where you need to make important choices. BUT WHAT CHOICES SHOULD YOU MAKE❓

My Thoughts

Secret Hitler is a visually appealing game that revolves around guessing and making smart decisions 🤔. You get to know your friends better by observing how they talk and the actions they take in the game. It's not just about winning – it's also about emphasizing teamwork and collaborative problem-solving. The game requires players to work together to identify hidden agendas and navigate a complex web of alliances, betrayals, and political intrigue.

Moreover, it's interesting because it prompts reflection on history and how events unfolded in the past 🧐. Even though it's a game, it provides a sense of learning about those times.

Why It's Not for Me

Secret Hitler can bring enjoyment to some, but not all will appreciate its style. If you're not into bluffing games where you have to pretend and figure out who's telling the truth by talking a lot 🗣️, you could find it confusing or frustrating 😕.

The game takes place in a somber slice of history. The game provides an engaging bluffing experience, but the theme seems to undermine the time period. For those affected by the Holocaust and anyone who recognizes its solemn historical importance, playing a game that treats these events as entertainment could be painful and distressing.

After several rounds with different groups, we've decided to cull this game 🙅‍♂️🃏. Our choice is driven by a desire to maintain respect for history and its sensitivities. Aligning a light-hearted game with such a dark context feels inappropriate. We're making efforts to strike a better balance between entertainment and historical awareness.

Conclusion

If you like games where you have to figure things out and work with friends, Secret Hitler could be a fun choice 🎉. It's not too hard to understand, and it can make your game night more exciting by adding a touch of history and mystery 🏛️. Just remember, the game is set during World War II, and some may find the game insensitive.