Cockroach Poker

A ridiculous bluffing game about passing off creepy critters.

Cockroach Poker is a simple, funny bluffing card game where players try to avoid collecting too many of the same creepy creature. On your turn, pass a card face down and claim what it is — truthfully or not. The other player has to decide whether you’re telling the truth, call your bluff, or pass the problem to someone else.

Despite the name, it is not a poker game. It is all about reading people, lying badly, lying well, and trying not to be the player stuck with four matching critters.

Game details

• Players: 2–6
• Play time: approx. 30 minutes
• Age: 8+
• Game type: Bluffing card game
• Mechanics: Bluffing, hand management, push-your-luck, set avoidance
• Play style: Competitive