79

A quick card game of bluffing and deduction for 3-6 players, vying for the favor of the Queen.

79

The Verdict

based on 21 reviews

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Quick to set up and play, making it an excellent filler game.
Easy to learn and teach, with simple and straightforward rules.
Features high-quality components, including beautiful artwork, gold-foil cards, and a fabric playmat.
Offers engaging player interaction, including opportunities for bluffing, deception, and "take that" mechanics.
Provides strategic depth through special card abilities and secret objectives that reward repeated plays.
The 3-card draw mechanic can make the game feel random and limit long-term strategic planning.
The "take that" mechanics, particularly with Assassin cards, may not appeal to all players.
The fabric game mat has been noted to curl and may require ironing.
Some players desiring deep tactical control might find the game less appealing due to its inherent randomness and focus on interaction.
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Legendary Tactics, Legendary TacticsVideo

Legendary Tactics provides a positive review of the physical board game 'Courtisans,' praising its gameplay as a 'new favorite pocket board game' and giving it 'two thumbs up,' despite some criticism regarding the playmat.

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Ryan and Bethany Board Game Reviews, Ryan and BethanyVideo

The reviewer highly praises Courtisans as a clever, fast-paced, and brilliant game that offers a good level of turn-based tension and interaction. They find it to have just enough complexity to be engaging, complemented by fantastic production, and would readily play it anytime.

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Game Boy Geek, Game Boy GeekVideo

The Game Boy Geek reviews Courtisans, a card and tableau-building game, noting its interactive gameplay and drawing comparisons to Biblios. The video provides an overview of how to play along with final thoughts.

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MarcoOmnigamer, MarcoOmnigamerVideo

The video provides a critical assessment of the physical board game Courtisans, examining its mechanics, components, and overall player experience. It offers insights to help viewers determine if the game aligns with their preferences.

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Shut Up & Sit Down, TomVideo

Shut Up & Sit Down reviewed *Courtisans*, highlighting its beautiful production and approachable, simple rules. It's a light, zesty card game offering tactical fun and player interaction, though its 'take that' and random card draw may not suit all players.

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Never Bored Gaming, Never Bored GamingVideo

The reviewers found Courtisans to be a really fun and smooth game, highlighting its engaging card manipulation, opportunities for backstabbing, and tactical depth despite simple rules. They particularly enjoyed the replayability and overall positive interaction.

90
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Space-Biff!, Dan ThurotArticle

Courtisans is deemed a shockingly good and elegant social card game despite its simple rules and chancy core. It's praised as a masterclass in fostering silent partnerships and rivalries, creating a deliciously complicated and defiantly social experience, ultimately an 'upscale winner'.

90
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Frontline Gaming, SamArticle

Courtisans is a strategically rich and accessible card game praised for its engaging depth, high replayability, and quality components. While it has some 'take that' interaction and luck elements, it's considered a worthy addition to any collection for its dynamic gameplay.

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Punchboard, AdamArticle

The reviewer highly recommends Courtisans, praising its clever and tactical gameplay despite simple rules. They highlight its high-quality production, small footprint, and portability, making it perfect for quick, interactive sessions.

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Board Game Hangover, JaromVideo

The reviewer found "Courtisans" to be a highly enjoyable and clever game that fosters positive player interactions and strategic opportunities, praising its beautiful art, quick playtime, and ease of teaching, with only a minor cosmetic quibble about the mat.

86
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Allies or Enemies, Allies or EnemiesArticleTop List

This video from Allies or Enemies includes Courtisans as their third favorite board game of 2024 so far. They praise it as a simple, terrific card game that has seen extensive play and introduction to many people.

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Board Game ReviewArticle

Courtisans became one of the most played games I didn’t own because it was so enjoyable yet easy to pick up and play with friends at board game meetups. It has just the right dollop of interaction to keep things spicy but friendly.

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