
Texas Zombies
A board game by Ryo Kawakami
3-6 3-6
20 minutes Simple
Storytelling, Team-Based Game, Voting
Card Game, Horror, Party Game, Zombies
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Description
Picture a dusty Texas ranch at night, a full moon hanging over creaking wooden fences, and a horde of groaning zombies stumbling toward you. In Texas Zombies, you and your friends become the last line of defense in a frantic, 20‑minute showdown where quick wits and louder storytelling win the day. Up to six players dive into a fast‑paced, team‑based card game that’s as easy to learn as it is impossible to put down. The rules are explained in a few breaths, so you can jump straight into the action and start hurling accusations, making daring alliances, and voting your way through the chaos. Every round you’ll draw creepy scenario cards and spin a spooky tale, trying to convince the group that you’re on the right side—whether you’re a brave rancher, a sneaky outlaw, or a hidden zombie in disguise. The storytelling mechanic pulls everyone into the horror‑filled narrative, while the voting system keeps the tension high: one wrong vote and you might just hand a zombie the upper hand. It’s a perfect blend of bluffing, deduction, and cooperative chaos that makes each game feel like a wild night around a campfire, with laughs, screams, and plenty of “Did you really think I was…?” moments. Designed by Ryo Kawakami back in 2012, Texas Zombies has become a staple of horror‑themed party nights, delivering that perfect mix of spooky fun and simple, bite‑size gameplay that gets everyone talking, scheming, and shouting “Not me!” before the next card flips. Grab a handful of friends, shuffle the deck, and see if you can survive the night in the most Texas‑twisted zombie showdown ever.
