Cockroach Poker is a fast-paced bluffing card game where lying, deception, and reading your opponents are the keys to victory. Unlike most card games, there are no winners in Cockroach Poker—there is only one loser.

Perfect for families, parties, and game nights, Cockroach Poker challenges players to pass cards featuring creepy critters such as cockroaches, rats, spiders, stink bugs, bats, and scorpions while attempting to convince opponents that the card is something it may or may not be. The catch? Players can lie, tell the truth, or bluff their way through every turn.

As cards are passed around the table, players must decide whether to believe the current player or call their bluff. A wrong guess means taking the card, and collecting too many of the same creature can spell disaster. The first player to collect four of the same critter—or run out of cards to play—loses the game.

Simple to learn and quick to play, Cockroach Poker is one of the most popular bluffing and social deduction card games ever created. With no complicated rules and constant player interaction, every game is filled with laughter, suspicion, and memorable moments.

Key Features

• Award-winning bluffing card game
• Easy to learn and quick to play
• Perfect for families, friends, and party groups
• No winners—only one loser
• Encourages bluffing, deception, and reading opponents
• Fast-paced gameplay with constant interaction
• Suitable for experienced and casual gamers alike
• Highly replayable with every game feeling different
• Compact box perfect for travel and game nights

Why Players Love Cockroach Poker

Cockroach Poker strips bluffing games down to their purest form. There are no complicated scoring systems, strategy engines, or long turns—just trying to fool your friends while avoiding becoming the loser. Its simple rules make it accessible to new players, while the psychological gameplay keeps experienced gamers coming back for more.

Game Details

• Players: 2–6
• Playing Time: 15–25 Minutes
• Recommended Age: 8+
• Designer: Jacques Zeimet
• Publisher: Schmidt Spiele
• Game Type: Bluffing Game, Party Game, Family Card Game, Social Deduction Game

Contents

• 64 Critter Cards
• Rulebook

Whether you're looking for a family-friendly card game, a quick party game, or one of the best bluffing games available, Cockroach Poker delivers endless laughs, clever deception, and unforgettable game night moments.