Most Wanted

About this board game

Most Wanted is a western-themed poker-style game for 2–8 players that takes about 35 minutes to play. Competing bandits use risky robberies, bluffing, and high-card duels to become the most notorious outlaw in the land.

On each turn, choose one of six possible actions. Three are robberies that anyone can join, while two help strengthen your position by replenishing cards or money. The sixth action lets you challenge another gunslinger to a high-card duel.

Robberies are the only way to score points, so every heist brings an important choice. Play your best hand, or try bluffing with the worst one, and hope your gamble pays off. The penalty for failing is small, but a successful robbery can move you closer to victory.

• Repent at Church to make a new start.
• Work some Honest Labor to earn bail money.
• Challenge another player in a high-card Duel.
• Join robberies where bluffing can make the difference.

The first player to reach 13 points claims the dubious honor of being the Most Wanted. With its mix of risk, bluffing, cheering, and playful western character, Most Wanted invites players to talk in accents while plotting their next lucky break.

For added variety, alternate scenarios appear on the backs of the action cards. In these night-time versions, Honest Labor becomes Dishonest Labor, Church becomes Saloon, and Duel becomes a good old-fashioned Shootout where more players can join in.