Decrypto

In Decrypto, players split into two teams and engage in a thrilling battle of wits. Each team tries to decode the coded messages from their teammates and crack the codes intercepted from the opposing team. Each team has a screen where they place four cards in numbered pockets (1 - 4). Teammates can see the words on these cards, while keeping them hidden from the other team. In the first round, a team member takes a code card showing three digits from 1 - 4 in a specific order, like 4 - 2 - 1. They then give a coded message for their teammates to guess the code. For instance, if the words are 'pig', 'candy', 'tent', and'son', a clue like 'Sam - striped - pink' might be given. A correct guess is great; a wrong one earns a black mark of failure. Starting from the second round, each team member gives another clue for a new numbered code. The other team then tries to guess this code. A correct guess gets them a white mark of success; an incorrect one means the original team must guess correctly or get a black mark. The game goes on until a team gets its second white mark (winning) or second black mark (losing). Usually, games last 4 - 7 rounds. If no team wins after eight rounds, both teams guess the other's words, and the team with more correct guesses wins.

How to play Decrypto: First, divide players into two teams. Each team gets a screen and places four cards in the numbered pockets. In the first round, a team member takes a code card and gives a coded message for teammates to guess the code. From the second round, give new clues and let the other team try to guess. Keep playing rounds until a team gets two white marks (win) or two black marks (lose). If it's a tie after eight rounds, start guessing the other team's words. Note that when giving clues, make them clear enough for your teammates to understand but hard for the opposing team to crack. There's no need for complex maintenance as it's a board - game. Just keep the cards in good condition and store them in a dry place after each use.