Die Kutschfahrt zur Teufelsburg
- Designer Michael Palm , Lukas Zach
- Publisher Adlung-Spiele , GaGa Games , Schmidt Spiele , Swan Panasia Co., Ltd.
- Illustration Eckhard Freytag , Lukas Zach
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In this game, players manage their hand cards and bluff to collect three specific items. Players trade, duel, and use deduction to identify allies and opponents. The game is centered on social interaction, negotiation, and careful observation. It ends when a player declares victory by correctly naming their team and the holders of the three items.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for groups of three to ten players aged 12 and up, this party game offers quick rounds of about 30 minutes. It suits players who enjoy social deduction and bluffing without needing prior experience or complex rules.
How It Works
Players manage their hand cards and take turns performing actions such as trading, dueling, passing, or declaring victory. During duels, players support either the attacker or defender or abstain. Victory requires correctly naming your team and the players holding the three items. Hand management combined with social deduction drives the gameplay.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Michael Palm and Lukas Zach, the game was nominated in 2007 for Golden Geek Best Card Game and Best Party Board Game. Its unique mix of hand management and social deduction stands out among party card games, especially for larger groups.
Awards
2007
- 2011 MinD-Spieletipp — Nominated
Pro
- Supports large groups (3-10 players)
- Short playtime around 30 minutes
- Combines bluffing, hand management, and deduction
- Nominated for Golden Geek Best Card Game 2007
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Minimum of three players required
- Relatively abstract theme
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is themed around a coach journey to Devil's Castle, where players compete in teams to gather certain items. It is an abstract social card game without deep thematic immersion.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on interpreting other players’ trades and bluffs to better deduce team affiliations.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, the game supports 3 to 10 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
Games typically last about 30 minutes, making it a quick party game.
What prior experience do I need?
No special experience is required, but enjoyment of bluffing and social interaction helps.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its mix of hand management with social deduction and bluffing makes it unique among party card games.
Is this suitable for families?
Suitable for ages 12 and up, best for players who enjoy more complex social games.
What mechanic makes it special?
The core mechanic is hand management combined with bluffing and social deduction.
Fazit
Coach Ride to Devil's Castle is recommended for players seeking a social bluffing and deduction game with a short playtime. It requires at least three players and works best in groups who enjoy negotiation and interaction.
