As the evenings grow darker and more time is spent indoors with loved ones, a traditional board game offers a great way to unite everyone – unless, of course, you’re playing The Traitors official board game, inspired by the popular BBC show, now available for only £20 at Argos.
Designed for groups of four to six players, the game revolves around completing missions to earn gold. However, one player assumes the role of the Traitor, carrying out covert tasks in exchange for the opportunity to ‘murder’ another player during the Night phase of the game.
To emerge victorious, the loyal players must utilize their detective skills to expose the Traitor at the Round Table, who stands to claim the prize if their identity remains hidden. Throughout the game, participants can acquire Shield cards for protection against murder attempts and Dagger cards for manipulating their rivals.
If players prefer a less cutthroat experience, they may consider trying Herd Mentality, available on Amazon for £21.99. The goal is to answer questions in line with the majority consensus and can accommodate up to 20 players in just 20 minutes.
For those inclined towards drawing over deception, Six Second Scribbles offers a fast-paced drawing challenge where players have a minute to sketch 10 items on their card. This game can be purchased for £14.99 from Waterstones.
Inspired by the hit TV series, The Traitors board game caters to four to six players per session. Reviews from satisfied customers highlight the game’s appeal, with one mentioning, “Bought as a gift and the whole family loved it.” Another player shared, “Bought this after watching the TV series. The game is engaging and interactive. Prepare to be active and search for items around your house… that’s all I’ll say! Great fun with an intriguing twist at the end.”
One reviewer emphasized the game’s family-friendly nature, saying, “Purchased this as an early Christmas gift for my boyfriend’s family. It was a blast to play, and we had a great time! While it was a bit challenging at first, we quickly caught on. Some challenges were easy and silly, but we ended up laughing a lot. Highly recommended.”
However, some buyers found the game’s rules overly complex, with one stating, “Extremely intricate and not suitable for tabletop play as it involves fetching items around the house.” Another reviewer expressed similar sentiments, noting, “The rules are too convoluted; after struggling for an hour, we packed it back into the box.”
The Traitors Official Board Game is currently available at Argos for £20.