Coup
2–6 players • Rikki Tahta • 2012
- Designer
- Rikki Tahta
- Publisher
- Indie Boards and Cards
- First published
- 2012
- Players
- 2–6 players
How it plays
Coup plays 2–6 players.
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Where it came from
Coup was designed by Rikki Tahta and released in 2012 by Indie Boards and Cards. The game emerged during a period of burgeoning interest in social deduction and bluffing games, seeking to distill complex psychological maneuvering into a concise, fifteen-minute experience. Its design emphasizes hidden information and high-stakes conflict, requiring players to manipulate the game state through calculated deception and the strategic use of character abilities.
The aesthetic of Coup reflects a dystopian, high-society theme, featuring minimalist yet evocative character illustrations that ground the gameplay in a narrative of corporate espionage and political maneuvering. The game was received positively by the tabletop community for its elegance and high replayability, eventually becoming a staple in modern board game collections due to its accessibility and the depth of interaction it fosters between participants.
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How do you play Coup?
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How many players is Coup for?
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Who designed Coup?
Coup was designed by Rikki Tahta. It's published by Indie Boards and Cards. The catalog gives its publication year as 2012.
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