Quick Answer
Adventure Party is a cooperative guessing game where players take turns as the Game Master, roll a 20-sided die behind a screen, and describe their character's action based on the result while others guess the roll.
What Makes Adventure Party Different from Other Party Games
Unlike most party games that rely on trivia or charades, Adventure Party blends role-playing with a hidden dice mechanic. Each player has a character sheet and a player screen, so only they know their die result. This secrecy creates suspense and encourages creative storytelling instead of just shouting answers.
The game is fully cooperative — everyone wins or loses together. There is no single winner, which shifts the focus from competition to shared storytelling. This makes it a great choice for groups who enjoy narrative games but want something lighter than a full tabletop RPG campaign.
What You Need to Know Before Your First Game
Adventure Party is designed for 4–8 players and takes about 30–60 minutes per scenario. Each player needs a 20-sided die (d20) and a player screen, both included in the box. The game includes three unique adventure scenarios, so you can play multiple sessions without repeating content.
One player acts as the Game Master (GM) each round. The GM reads the scenario and guides the story, but they do not roll dice — their job is to interpret the players' descriptions and decide if they succeed or fail. The role rotates so everyone gets a turn.
How to Play Adventure Party: Step by Step
- Set Up the Game: Place the adventure scenario board in the center. Each player chooses a character sheet and takes a player screen, a d20, and a marker. The youngest player becomes the first Game Master (GM). Make sure everyone can see the scenario board but not each other's dice rolls.
- The GM Reads the Scene: The GM reads the current scene from the scenario booklet. Each scene presents a challenge — for example, crossing a rickety bridge or persuading a guard. The GM then asks each player what their character does. Common mistake: The GM should not suggest actions. Let players decide freely.
- Roll Behind the Screen: Each player rolls their d20 behind their player screen so only they see the result. The roll determines how well their action goes — a high roll (15–20) means a great attempt, a low roll (1–5) means a clumsy or unlucky one. Do not peek at others' rolls. The secrecy is the core of the game.
- Describe Your Action Based on the Roll: Based on your roll, describe what your character does in enough detail that the GM can picture it. If you rolled high, describe a confident, successful action. If you rolled low, describe something that goes wrong or is awkward. The description must match the roll — not what you wish you had rolled. This is the most common new-player mistake.
- Everyone Guesses the Roll: After each player describes their action, all other players (including the GM) guess what number they rolled. Players write their guess on a scrap of paper or hold up fingers. The player then reveals their actual roll. If the group guesses correctly, the action succeeds. If they guess wrong, the action fails — adding stakes to every description.
- Resolve the Scene and Move On: The GM narrates the outcome based on successes and failures. After all players have acted, the scene ends and the next scene begins. The GM role passes to the left for the next scene or scenario. Keep the story moving. If a scene stalls, the GM can introduce a complication to push players forward.
Product Details
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Adventure Party: The Role-Playing Party Game: A cooperative, party-weight, guessing game that delivers a robust role-playing experience. You and your friends are classic fantasy characters facing up to 3 unique adventure scenarios - but you will be rolling your 20-sided die behind your player screen so no one can see the result. The hidden roll mechanic means you must describe your action based on the actual number, not what you wish had happened, which keeps the game honest and dramatic.
Adventure Party: The Role-Playing Party Game
