Saboteur

Saboteur is a secret identity card game created by Frederic Moyersoen and first published in 2004. This bluffing and deduction game pits dwarf miners and saboteurs against each other in an underground race for gold.

The principle is based on the collaborative construction of a tunnel network connecting the mine entrance to one of three objective cards, only one of which hides the treasure. Miners attempt to create a viable path while saboteurs strive to sabotage the expedition through destructive action cards or poorly oriented tunnels. The originality of the game lies in permanent uncertainty: each player is unaware of the true identity of their partners.

Saboteur stands out for its ability to accommodate 3 to 10 players, making it a privileged choice for large tables. The game unfolds over three rounds, where roles are redistributed secretly each round, creating a dynamic of constant and renewed suspicion.