Dixit – The Cult Game of Storytelling and Imagination

A picture is worth a thousand words... but which one will you choose?

In Dixit, each player holds large-format cards illustrated with dreamlike, surreal, and beautiful paintings. Each turn, a player becomes the Storyteller. They choose one of their cards and say a phrase, a word, or even a movie title inspired by the image. The other players then choose a card from their own hand that also matches this description.

The goal of the game? To find the storyteller's card among all those placed on the table. But be careful: the storyteller must be neither too obvious nor too mysterious!

A unique "Subtlety and Bluff" mechanic

• The Storyteller's Dilemma: If everyone finds your card, you score 0 points. If no one finds it, you score 0 points. You must therefore find a riddle that some players will understand, but not all.

• The Opponent's Trap: As a player, your goal is to place a card so close to the storyteller's description that others will vote for yours. Each vote for your card earns you bonus points!

• The Art of Marie Cardouat: Dixit's success relies heavily on its illustrations. Each card is a work of art open to dozens of different interpretations.

• The Components: The box often serves as a score track with a lily pad path where small colorful wooden bunnies advance.

Why Dixit is an essential addition to any game library?

• Universal: It can be played with children, grandparents, friends, or people who don't speak the same language. Emotion and imagery take precedence over rules.

• Learn in 1 minute: "I say a phrase, you play a card." That's it. The depth comes from the connection between players.

• An infinite number of expansions: If you know the cards by heart, there are more than 10 expansions (Quest, Odyssey, Memories...) with different illustrators to renew the dreamlike quality.

• Goodwill: Unlike many games, Dixit is a gentle experience. You often come away feeling peaceful, having discovered how your loved ones think.

Technical specifications:

• Number of players: 3 to 6 players (up to 12 with the Odyssey version)

• Age: 8+

• Game duration: 30 minutes

• Game type: Imagination, Interpretation, Ambiance