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Premium Pirate Bluffing Board Game · 2-6 Players

Out-Bluff Your Crew.
Claim the Pirate Throne.

The premium bluffing race board game with bamboo dice cups, magnetic crew tiles and metal coins. Faster than Liar's Dice. Sharper than Perudo. Built to be played for years by 18,000+ captains across 69 countries.

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18K+Copies Sold
69Countries
7.2/10on BGG
€950K+Crowdfunded
Most Popular · Big Box Deluxe Lying Pirates Big Box Deluxe: bamboo cups, magnetic tiles, metal coins, Cities of Greed expansion

2-6 Players

Works at any table size

40-60 Min

+15-30 min with Cities of Greed

Light / Mid Weight

Learn in 10 min, master never

Bluffing + Racing

Liar's Dice meets tactical sailing

950K+

€ Crowdfunded

18K+

Copies Sold

7.2

BGG Rating

69

Countries

Board Game Reviewers

What They Say

★★★★★

"This game is one of the best bluffing games I've played in years. The quality is top notch and it's a game I'm never getting rid of!"
M

Michael

Unfiltered Gamer

★★★★★

"Deception, dice and daring, a fun take of Liar's Dice mix with racing and running away from the Kraken."
S

Stella

Meeple University

★★★★★

"Cities of Greed doesn't just add to Lying Pirates. It sharpens it. More strategy. More betrayal. And somehow, even more reason to question your friends... or at least switch seats next time."
M

Mark

The Dice Tower

BoardGameGeek

★★★★★

"This is the perfect game for some rowdy friends. Straightforward rules, a unique three phase turn system, high quality components, and a whole treasure chest full of fun. *Rum not included.*"
B

Bannen

BoardGameGeek

BoardGameGeek

★★★★★

"A very fun game of misdirection and bluffing. The player interaction is great and the components look really good. A lot more fun than it has any right to be."
F

Fitty_City

BoardGameGeek

BoardGameGeek

★★★★★

"This game takes a relatively simple yet enjoyable mechanic (standard liars dice) and adds an excellent level of gameplay and shenanigans on top of that. Easy to play, fun to play, and the modular board keeps it fresh game after game. Would highly recommend."
M

MyFrogMan

BoardGameGeek

★★★★★

"This game is one of the best bluffing games I've played in years. The quality is top notch and it's a game I'm never getting rid of!"
M

Michael

Unfiltered Gamer

★★★★★

"Deception, dice and daring, a fun take of Liar's Dice mix with racing and running away from the Kraken."
S

Stella

Meeple University

★★★★★

"Cities of Greed doesn't just add to Lying Pirates. It sharpens it. More strategy. More betrayal. And somehow, even more reason to question your friends... or at least switch seats next time."
M

Mark

The Dice Tower

BoardGameGeek

★★★★★

"This is the perfect game for some rowdy friends. Straightforward rules, a unique three phase turn system, high quality components, and a whole treasure chest full of fun. *Rum not included.*"
B

Bannen

BoardGameGeek

BoardGameGeek

★★★★★

"A very fun game of misdirection and bluffing. The player interaction is great and the components look really good. A lot more fun than it has any right to be."
F

Fitty_City

BoardGameGeek

BoardGameGeek

★★★★★

"This game takes a relatively simple yet enjoyable mechanic (standard liars dice) and adds an excellent level of gameplay and shenanigans on top of that. Easy to play, fun to play, and the modular board keeps it fresh game after game. Would highly recommend."
M

MyFrogMan

BoardGameGeek

Quick to Learn

How to Play

Don't like reading the rules? How-to-play video available.

01

Betting Phase

Bluff Your Crew

Roll your crew dice hidden under the bamboo cup, then bluff on totals. Raise the stakes, lock a number, or call someone a liar, at exactly the right moment.

02

Sail Phase

Move the Fleet

The round winner rolls the sail die and advances ships 1-2 tiles. Battle dice decide naval combat. Tile events keep every move unpredictable.

03

Action Phase

Play Your Hand

Deploy Gold or Silver cards to attack rivals, defend your position, or upgrade your crew. Every card changes the board.

⚓ How to Win

Claim the Pirate Throne

First ship to plant a flag on the X tile (the Pirate Throne) wins the seas and ends the game. Tied at the finish? The seas demand a duel: crews collide in a final last-man-standing battle. Dice fly, bluffs die, and only one captain rises from the deck to rule the throne.

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Community Reviews

7.2

/ 10 on BoardGameGeek

★★★★★

600+ ratings

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Edition Guide

What's in the Box

Base Game €39.95 Become a pirate
Cities of Greed €29.95 Expansion: requires base game
Most Popular Big Box Deluxe €124.95 Everything included
Dice cups Paper cups - Bamboo cups
Coins Cardboard coins - Metal coins
Game board Single-layered - Dual-layered
Crew tiles 25 regular tiles +2 new tiles 27 magnetic tiles
Captains 6 captains - 8 captainsWith unique abilities
Crew dice 50 dice - 50+ diceIn fabric bag
Special dice 6 +1 Mayor's Die 7
Action cards 71 +35 influence cards 83Incl. expansion
Game variant cards 8 +5 13
Add-ons - Tuck box + sleeves Tuck box + sleeves
Cities of GreedMayor's Die, city tiles, alliances - ✓ ✓
Players 2-6 2-6 2-6
Play time 40-60 min +15-30 min 40-90 min
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Bundle deal

Buy 3 items or more and save 10%

Any mix counts: Big Box, base game, expansion, accessories, even three of the same thing. The 10% comes off in your cart, no code to enter.

Base Game

Lying Pirates

The original bluffing race game. Roll hidden, call the bluff, race to the Pirate Throne. Pure pirate chaos from the first roll.

  • 6 paper dice cups
  • 25 crew tiles + playing board
  • Crew, battle & sail dice (50 dice)
  • 71 action & variant cards
  • 6 captains, 2-6 players, 40-60 min

€39.95

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Expansion

Cities of Greed

Players own cities, forge alliances, and break them just as fast. Cities of Greed turns every deal into a trap.

  • The Mayor's Die: a new special die
  • 2 new tiles
  • Influence cards: bribe, attack, reward
  • Form alliances. Then betray them.
  • More rewards, more fights, more chaos

* Requires base game

€29.95

Add Expansion

Add-Ons & Accessories

Enhance Your Experience

Proven by Backers

Trusted by Thousands

Kickstarter · 2022

€420,000

Raised in 2022

Lying Pirates launched to the world, backed by thousands who believed in the game before the first box shipped.

Gamefound · 2025

€530,000

Raised in 2025

The second campaign, bigger and bolder. A loyal community returned. The Big Box exceeded every expectation.

Total Raised Across Both Campaigns

€950,000+

Kickstarter 2022 & Gamefound 2025 · 69 countries

Common Questions

Frequently Asked

How does the 10% bundle discount work?
Put 3 items or more in your cart and 10% comes off automatically. There is no code to enter. Any mix counts: Big Box, base game, expansion, accessories, or three of the same thing.
How many players can play?
2-6 players. Scales smoothly from a duel between two captains to a packed crew of six. Big Box players can extend to 8 with the 8-Player accessory pack.
How long does a game take?
40-60 minutes for the base game. Add 15-30 minutes with the Cities of Greed expansion: longer fights, more alliances, more betrayal.
How is this different from Liar's Dice or Perudo?
Same bluff-and-call DNA, but with a racing mechanic: every round winner advances their ship across the map, fights naval battles with dice, and plays action cards. Add premium components (bamboo cups, magnetic tiles, metal coins in Big Box) and you get a game built to live on your shelf for years, not a quick filler.
Do I need the Cities of Greed expansion?
No, the base game is complete. Cities of Greed adds depth: the Mayor's Die, 2 new tiles, 35+ influence cards, alliance/betrayal mechanics. If you want more strategy, get the Big Box (it includes the expansion + every premium upgrade).
How quickly will my crew learn it?
10 minutes to teach the rules. A few rounds to find your bluffing tells. A lifetime to master reading the table.
Is it good for two players?
Yes. The bluffing intensifies head-to-head: fewer cups to read means every tell matters. The racing element keeps it tactical even at 2P.
What's actually in the Big Box that justifies the price?
Bamboo cups (not paper), dual-layered board, 27 magnetic crew tiles, metal coins, 50+ dice in a fabric bag, 8 captains with unique abilities, 83 action cards, the full Cities of Greed expansion, tuck box and card sleeves. Compare side-by-side in the What's in the Box table above.
Do you ship internationally?
Shipped to 69 countries so far. EU + US + UK + AUS shipping is standard. Rates and times calculated at checkout.
Is it kid-friendly?
12+ recommended, but kids 8-11 play fine with a parent on their crew. The bluffing element rewards reading faces, which kids often pick up faster than adults.
How replayable is it?
8 captains with unique abilities · 13 game variant cards · random tile draws · the bluffing reads change every group. Every session feels different.
Wholesale / retailer pricing?
Yes. Email [email protected] for the sell sheet and B2B pricing.

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