How many players is Contrario?

Contrario plays with 2–12 players, ages 13 and up.

How long does Contrario take to play?

A game of Contrario takes 30 min, at light complexity (1.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Contrario any good?

Contrario rates 6.1/10 from 245 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a party game / word game game built around party game, word game.

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Contrario (2001)

2–12 players · 30 min · age 13+ · ★ 6.1 on BGG

Players: 2–12
Play time: 30 min
Age: 13+
Complexity: Light
BGG rating: 6.1/10

Best for 2–12 players aged 13+ who like party games — light complexity, plays in 30 min.

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About Contrario

1320 terms from diverse domains such as music, cinema, literature, geography, history, and many others have been twisted by using synonyms, antonyms and logically related words to form a new expression called a Contrario. Players will need to use their lateral thinking ability and general knowledge to outsmart their friends. Virtually all the original expressions are familiar. It's obvious . . . . . once you've got it.

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Party Game Word Game

Mechanics: Party Game, Word Game · Designer: Matthieu d'Epenoux, Roberto Fraga, Odet L'Homer

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P · 6P · 7P · 8P

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Contrario FAQ

How many players is Contrario?: Contrario plays with 2–12 players, ages 13 and up.
How long does Contrario take to play?: A game of Contrario takes 30 min, at light complexity (1.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Contrario any good?: Contrario rates 6.1/10 from 245 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a party game / word game game built around party game, word game.