ROYAL DECEIT
A Strategy based Hidden role game
About Royal Deceit
Royal Deceit is a psychological strategy hidden role game that changes as play goes on. Players must use skill, intelligence, and manipulation to try and outsmart each other while still protecting their own kingdom from ruin. There are eight different roles, each with unique abilities.
Players must not only understand each role's strengths and weaknesses to win, but also the mindset and strategies of the opposing players.
rules and gameplay
Each player gets two cards, dealt randomly. One card becomes their court card and is held in their hand. The other card becomes the emissary, and is placed face down in front of the player. This card can only be looked at by the player at the beginning of the game, after, the player must use a turn or card ability to look at this card.
Formatted booklet
Below is the formatted ruleset for Royal Deceit. The rules have been formatted for booklet printing.
design process and playtesting
Royal Deceit went through several redesigns, both in graphics and game mechanics, using lessons learned from various playtesting.
ART REDESIGN AND MANUFACTURING PROCESS
In 2020, Royal Deceit underwent a complete visual design overhaul in preparation for manufacturing. Each role card and card back was redesigned to better reflect the tone of the game. The instruction booklet was also redesign for easier understanding and to fit into a standard card pack. Royal Deceit was manufactured in 2021, and over 20 copies were sold.