Coyote is a fun, tense, and witty bluffing game built around a clever mechanic of hidden information and psychological guessing.
The story of the game comes from a legend about a coyote who lost all his belongings while crossing a river. When the animals gathered around the fire, he challenged them to a bluffing game to win back what he had lost. In this game, no one knows the truth—each player can see everyone else’s cards, but not their own, so they must rely on bluffing and deduction.
Each player receives a card and holds it so they cannot see it themselves, while all other players can. One additional card is placed face down in the center of the table. Players then take turns announcing the total value of all the cards in play—their own, the other players’ cards, and the hidden card in the middle. Each new bid must be higher than the previous one. If a player believes the announced total is too high, they can challenge the previous player. If the challenge is correct (the actual total is lower), the challenged player loses a life. The game also includes special cards with negative values or unique effects, making the guessing even trickier.
If you’re looking for a game that combines bluffing, humor, and fast-paced gameplay, Coyote is a great choice for a fun evening with friends.
