GamesRadar+ Verdict
Trivia games often have a sell-by date, but not Articulate.
Of all the games in my collection, Articulate might be the one I’ve played most.
More importantly, it makes you feel smart with minimum effort always a plus in my books.
Is it worthy of a place amongst thebest board gamestoday, though?
If your group gets it right, it’s possible for you to move on to the next card.
Get through as many cards as possible in just 30 seconds.
You’re not rattling through words chosen at random, though.
I just wish the visuals were as interesting.
Gameplay
Some games are strategic masterclasses that really stretch your gray matter as you outmaneuver foes.
Others are crowd-pleasers that anyone can sink their teeth into.
Articulate is definitely in the latter camp.
OK, so it’s not pulse-racing.
Unlike so many competitors, its questions won’t go out of date as a result.
Would I prefer more effects on the spinner than ‘go forward, or make another team go back?’
The game isn’t big on strategy, either.
Should you buy Articulate?
Its simple loop is endlessly compelling.
4/5
Accessibility
Pretty much anyone can get involved with this game, no matter their age.
Component quality
This is my main criticism of Articulate - how it looks.
It is, dare I say it, dull.
How we tested Articulate
The reviewer bought this sample themselves.
I started playing Articulate well over a decade ago, and still have it on my shelf now.
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