Liars by Chris Westmaas with Josh Cappel

The Bluff You Almost Got Away With

There's a particular kind of delight in watching someone confidently declare a card value — and knowing with absolute certainty they're lying. Liars, designed by Chris Westmaas with art by Josh Cappel, is a bluffing card game built around that exact tension: the moment between the claim and the challenge, where everyone at the table is doing mental gymnastics trying to read each other's faces.

What It Is

At its core, Liars is a game about deception and nerve. Players take turns making declarations about the cards they play, and the rest of the table has to decide — do they take it at face value, or call the bluff? The game rewards bold liars and sharp-eyed skeptics equally, creating a back-and-forth dynamic that feels fresh every single round because the real variable is never the cards — it's the people holding them.

Who It's For

Liars is a natural fit for social gatherings, game nights with friends, and any group that enjoys a little psychological gamesmanship. It plays quickly enough to slot in as an opener or a closer, and the rules are light enough that newcomers to hobby gaming can jump in immediately. If your group enjoys games where reading the room matters as much as reading your hand, this one belongs on your shelf.

Why It Works

Josh Cappel's art gives the game a clean, expressive visual identity that keeps the table looking sharp without overwhelming the gameplay. The card design supports fast reading and quick decisions — exactly what you need when the action is moving fast and someone is very convincingly lying to your face. The whole package is compact, which means it travels well and sets up in seconds.