Alibis (2025)

“I think Alibis is a fantastic twist on the word-association genre.”

There are many things to like about Alibis, and I will say upfront that I prefer it over Codenames.

The reviewer highlights that Alibis blends elements of So Clover and Codenames Duet into a fantastic, fast-paced cooperative word association game that plays especially well at lower player counts.

“If you like word association games, Alibis is worth getting. If you like So Clover but wish it played better with more players and had more game to it than simply discussing which words match best together, then it's definitely worth getting.”

The reviewer highlights the engaging deduction elements and mechanics of the game, presenting a favorable outlook on its overall gameplay experience.

“Art Robbery is fast, cutthroat, and wildly entertaining. Whether you’re plotting the perfect steal or scrambling to stay out of jail, every round delivers tension and laughs.”

The reviewer appreciates how Alibis stands out in the word association genre by making players uniquely reliant on each other as a cohesive unit, ultimately giving it a solid four out of five recommendation.

“If you’ve played the games So Clover! and Codenames, you’ve played 90% of what Alibis has to offer. Now, I can get around the lack of originality here because Alibis is still a good time at the table, especially at the full player count of six.”

“Alibis does not scratch that whodunnit itch, but it's a fast-playing and easy game to learn and master. It has excellent production values and a fun word-association game with a cooperative goal that all players are trying to achieve by removing heat.”

The panel found Alibis to be an enjoyable, portable, and quick-playing party deduction game where everyone stays simultaneously engaged in clue-giving and guessing.

“Alibis is a good entry into the word association/deduction genre. It does a great job of being challenging without being too difficult. Though I would say there are better word games, if you're looking for something simple and fast to play, Alibis fits that bill.”

“If you enjoy light social deception and narrative improvisation, this title will likely entertain your group. However, if you prefer tightly defined rules and strategic depth, Alibis may feel too open‑ended. Overall, it remains a fun, lively addition to social game nights that emphasizes character and conversation.”

“This is a fun game, but I’d recommend So Clover over this. I think So Clover is a stronger party game, partly because you have more words and more opportunities to connect things.”