The Slasher
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- Designer タカハシ カツナリ (Katsunari Takahashi
- Publisher JELLY JELLY GAMES , Devir , PLAYWARP
- Illustration タカハシ カツナリ (Katsunari Takahashi
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What to Expect
You play two campers trying to survive a night stalked by an unseen killer at a remote summer camp. The Slasher blends deduction, tension, and cardplay: players collect sets representing survival items by winning tricks while managing evolving restrictions. Limited communication increases pressure and forces tight cooperation. Each hand is a mix of opportunity and risk as you explore locations and avoid deadly encounters.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed strictly for two players with a playtime of about 30 minutes and recommended for ages 14+. It suits experienced hobbyists who like cooperative deduction and trick-taking hybrids. The short duration makes it good for multiple plays in one sitting. Some familiarity with cooperative or trick-taking games is beneficial.
How It Works
The Slasher is a cooperative trick-taking card game: players play tricks to gather sets of cards that stand for survival gear. Mechanics include Communication Limits and Cooperative Game, meaning information exchange is restricted and decisions are made against the game's system. Deduction comes from tracking played cards and adapting to changing conditions each hand. Risk management and synchronized planning under limited communication are central.
What Makes It Special
Designer タカハシ カツナリ (Katsunari Takahashi) combines a horror summer-camp setting with a compact mix of Cooperative Game, Trick-taking and Communication Limits. That combination creates intense two-player play focused on deduction and tight interaction.
Pro
- Tight two-player design with a clear narrative premise
- Mix of cooperative play and trick-taking yields tactical choices
- Short playtime (~30 minutes) enables repeated plays
- Restricted communication amplifies tension and teamwork
Contra
- Strictly a two-player game — not playable with larger groups
- Horror theme and 14+ recommendation limit family suitability
Setting & atmosphere
Set at a remote summer camp at night, the themes listed include camping, mystery/crime and retro. The game's atmosphere hinges on the constant threat of an unseen killer, as described in the game blurb.
Tips for beginners
Use the allowed communication efficiently and align on priorities; getting used to trick-taking flow and the communication limits helps quickly.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No. The Slasher is designed for two players only.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 30 minutes; expect a slightly longer first session due to learning curve.
What prior experience do I need?
Experience with cooperative games or trick-taking mechanics is helpful but not strictly required.
How does this compare to similar games?
The Slasher stands out by combining Cooperative Game, Trick-taking and Communication Limits in a horror camping setting, emphasizing deduction in compact rounds.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to the horror theme and recommended age of 14+, it's less suitable for younger family members.
What mechanic makes it special?
The interplay of Trick-taking with Communication Limits within a cooperative framework is the defining mechanic.
Fazit
If you want a focused two-player cooperative deduction game in a horror setting with short sessions, The Slasher delivers that niche. Note the mature theme and two-player limit.
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