Mattel Games Balderdash Reviews

I LOVE THIS GAME — My husband and I like to host adult/game night parties every once in a while. And, when we do, we bust out the balderdash and the beers. The great thing is that it is easy to play-- takes about 2 minutes to learn--, and more importantly, you laugh a lot, and you walk out with some new knowledge! What game isn't great when it also encourages you to lie and think of outlandish things??!!! — Here is the description from the manufacturer. They describe the actual mechanics much better than I do. — This is a must have in anyone's home. It is perfect for teens… read full review »

We have owned the game Balderdash for several years now and never tire of it. It is never ever the same game twice, so you can play it as often as you would like. — The premise of the game is to come up with your own description of whatever the category is. For instance, if the category is "words", a word is read and then everyone writes down and submits their paper with their definition of the word. It is amazing to see all of the creative answers that people come up with.  Then one player reads off all the answers, and includes the real answer as well, and you vote on which one… read full review »

I've loved this game since my parents were playing it with their friends and I was too little to join in.  Once I was old enough, it was on! — You never end this game early, saying it's too boring.  It's fun to see which of your friends is the biggest liar and can hold the best poker face.  Meanwhile, you're learning meanings to actual words that you've never even heard of before.  I'll never forget the meaning of "whisterpoop" and I heard it when I was 8!  (Look it up online if you're curious enough!) — I recommend this game for teens and adults.  I… read full review »

This is a wonderful game for family. I would recommend this game to anyone. We always play it on the holidays and just because! It amazes you in just what these odd words really mean. And some of the things peple think they mean are hillarious because you think it means something close to the word and you can be way… read full review »

We love games at our house, Balderdash combines knowledge and creativity.  As a teacher I definitely enjoy the trivia and expanded vocabulary this game offers.  It's great for older children and adults, but the board is not so long as to make the game go on forever.… read full review »

Balderdash is the best game I have come across for family fun. I have played several times with 6-8 adults and also with kids in the 10-14 age range. If you want a game that will promote laughter and togetherness, this is the… read full review »