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Zatu Games

We have had an amazing review from Michael Wheatley at Zatu Games. We've included the overall score below and his concluding remarks. To see the full review, click here

Manipulate truly is extraordinary. What Walrus Ventures Ltd. have done with their game is provide a framework for players to run amok within. But even better, the game itself is surprisingly simple. Set-up takes only five minutes, with the board taking up little space compared to other games of its potential length. By trusting the players to embrace manipulation, the game succeeds in encouraging free thinking and improvisation.
In truth, I cannot remember having a more fun board gaming experience from the very first play-through in a long time. Manipulate asks ‘are you playing or being played?’. Having tested it multiple times I can now definitively answer. I am playing, and will be for a long time to come

A selection of Amazon Reviews

Julia - 5.0 out of 5 stars Best. Game. Ever.

I can’t tell you how much fun we had playing this game. Making alliances, backstabbing, giving it my best poker face, laughing at the skeleton cards...I absolutely loved it! The thought that has gone into the cards and characters adds to the entertainment. It is a really well produced high quality game that I would recommend to everyone looking for a something different, highly competitive and incredibly fun!

Alexander - 5.0 out of 5 stars Best game I’ve played in a very long time!!

An absolutely great game. We played it for the first time a few days ago and it was seriously good fun. Easy to get your head around the rules, the game flows well and doesn’t take too long to play. highly recommended!!

Riddleriddleriddler - 5.0 out of 5 stars Great game, loads of fun!

I’ve really enjoyed playing this game with the in-laws! It’s really easy to pick up and play but also has a great depth to keep you coming back. Highly recommended!

Suzy L - 5.0 out of 5 stars Addictive competitive play

This game is exceptional. Very easy to pick up and with a hidden complexity in the form of negotiation and blackmail.

If you want a laugh whilst sidelining your mates I seriously reccomend it. Best suited to the competitive amongst you who can take a battering and not rage quit whilst you plan your revenge.

speaktorob - 5.0 out of 5 stars More fun than a car full of clowns

At first glance, Manipulate is a game about trying to make a profit and become an all-powerful magnate in the big city. But once you start to scratch the surface, you realise it has depth and re-playability that will surprise and delight.

We played our first game of Manipulate as a foursome with two other board-gamer friends, and we all absolutely loved it. Experienced gamers will recognise the 'take that' cards, 'nope' cards and income cards that keep a fine balance between mayhem and order. But there are few twists in there to keep your strategy fresh, such as the face down 'skeleton in the closet' cards that can be revealed at any time by another player, and your one-time unblockable 'super favour' that can switch things up at the drop of a hat.

The real strength of the game however, lies in making deals with your 'friends'. The more creative you get with them, the more fun the game becomes. And with plenty of amusing card descriptions to read out, the mechanics and the merriment will both flow together as you get into the swing of things. Before you know it you'll be asking yourself... am I playing... or being played?

Thoroughly recommended!

Theo M - 4.0 out of 5 stars Best with 4 or more

Absolutely fantastic game, quick to explain and set up. And then when people get into it, the game comes into its own. I’ve never seen such furore at a gaming table.

And it’s humour is brilliant as well.

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If you're looking for a new experience in modern board gaming, with lots of awesome player interaction, this is for you!

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