The Court
A very high-confrontation elimination game for 6-8 players on WhatsApp. Inspired by Game of Thrones, Diplomacy.
“Everyone has a different goal. I don't know what anyone actually wants.”
The Concept
Players are nobles in a fictional royal court. One starts as King and issues daily decrees. Everyone has a secret agenda (personal win condition). Each night: Assassinate, Protect, Overthrow, Spy, or Pass.
How It Works
Everything happens on WhatsApp — the group chat is your game room, and private DMs with the host are where you make your secret moves. Each step has a multi-hour window so no one needs to be online at the same time.
- 1One player starts as King — they issue a Decree each day that changes the rules
- 2Each player has a unique secret win condition (Survivor, Assassin, Kingmaker, etc.)
- 3Each night, submit one action: Assassinate, Protect, Overthrow, Spy, or Pass
- 4Assassinations have a 50% chance of success (blocked by Protection)
- 5Overthrow requires 3+ players to submit it simultaneously
- 6Multiple winners possible — agendas don't all conflict
Highlights
- ✓8 unique secret agendas with different win conditions
- ✓10 decree types for the King to choose from
- ✓Multiple winners possible in every game
- ✓Maximum social complexity — every conversation has hidden motives
At a Glance
- Inspired by
- Game of Thrones, Diplomacy
- Best for
- Drama lovers, schemers, players who enjoy complex multi-layered social strategy
- Players
- 6-8
- Duration
- 3-7 days
Who is The Court for?
The Court is perfect for drama lovers, schemers, players who enjoy complex multi-layered social strategy. If you enjoy game of thrones, diplomacy but want something you can play on your own schedule — this is your game.
It runs entirely on WhatsApp over 3-7 days— you choose the length. No app downloads, no video calls, no scheduling. Works whether your group is across the world or in the same city. Bring your own friends, family, or colleagues — or join solo and we'll match you with a group.
Want to play The Court?
Message us and we'll tell you when the next session starts. No commitment — just a quick chat.
We reply within minutes. ~15 min/day to play.
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