Kabaal

Win tricks, place cultists, summon a demon.

πŸ‘₯ 2–4 players⏱ approx. 60 minπŸͺ„ A round to warm up10+
β˜… 5.5 Β· BGG #19,657

Who it's for

Trick-taking fans who want a darker theme and an area-control twist layered on top.

Not for you if…

You want a light, casual trick-taking game – Kabaal's area-majority fights add real tension and confrontation.

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Vibe's take

Sharp and cutthroat – trick-taking decides placement, but the real fight happens over who controls the altars when it matters.

About this game

Kabaal is a trick-taking game about summoning demons through cult sacrifice. You win tricks to place cultists on a modular board, and once three of yours stand in a row, you sacrifice one – but rivals can oust you from the altar first.

Trick-taking meets area majorityCultist sacrifice mechanicModular game board
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Players

Best at 4 playersWorks with 2–4

Duration

30–60 min

Ages 10+

Complexity

2.2 / 5 β€” Light

BGG Rating

5.5/10

Rank #19,657

72 ratings

Published

2024