Alias

Description

--- Alias is a fast-paced, team-based word-guessing game using descriptive clues to advance on a board within time limits. Key mechanics include: - *Word explanation* Explainer describes numbered words/phrases on cards (1-6) without using the target term, matching landed board space. - *Team guessing* Guesser must say exact word/phrase; partial guesses insufficient. - *Timed turns* Hourglass limits explanations; pre-thinking allowed, but saying forbidden word or timeout loses turn. - *Board progression* Teams move figures to traverse board; explainer rotates each turn. - *Variations* Opposites or foreign words permitted. Alias is a competitive team board game (typically teams of 2+) where players race figures across a numbered board (1-6) by explaining words on drawn cards matching the landed space. Each card features six words/phrases of varying difficulty, from simple to complex (e.g., "Silver Medal"). One teammate, as "explainer," draws a card secretly and uses descriptive sentences to convey only the specific numbered word to their guesser, who can guess repeatedly until success, timeout, or error. Hourglass enforces speed; failures (timeout or using the target word) forfeit the turn. Successful guesses presumably advance the figure toward victory. Explainer rotates each turn. Variations allow opposites or foreign words. Based on 1990/1989 origins (official 1991), Tactic released numerous variants like Fame Alias, Junior editions, themed versions (e.g., High School Musical), and expansions as card decks since the early 1990s. ---