The Resistance Card Game

The Resistance is a gripping social deduction game of hidden identities, deception, and team strategy designed by Don Eskridge and published by Indie Boards and Cards. Set in a near-future dystopian world, the game pits a small group of resistance fighters against government spies who have infiltrated their ranks. Players are secretly assigned loyalty cards making them either Resistance members or Imperial Spies. Over a series of missions, Resistance players attempt to complete missions successfully while spies try to sabotage them without being identified. The tension comes from the deduction process: players must argue, accuse, and defend themselves based on the outcomes of previous missions while the spies work to mislead and manipulate. The game supports 5 to 10 players and typically lasts 30 minutes, making it ideal for medium to large groups. It requires no elimination of players, so everyone stays engaged throughout the entire game. The Resistance is a masterclass in social dynamics, rewarding players who can read people, construct convincing arguments, and manage information carefully. It has spawned numerous expansions and spin-offs and remains one of the most celebrated social deduction games ever published. An absolute must for fans of the genre.