[PlayStation 5] Review of Fool’s Pub

Nostra Games has delivered an intriguing multiplayer card game called Fool’s Pub, blending strategy with a dash of luck. In this game, you’ll find yourself pitted against players from across the globe—or AI opponents filling in the gaps—as you try to outwit them. The aim? Either tell the truth about the cards in hand or, if you dare, bluff your way through. Should someone catch you in a lie, you’re thrust into the nail-biting tension of Russian Roulette. Victory goes to the last player standing around the card table. As the screenshots reveal, the game features charming anthropomorphic animals like rabbits, foxes, and bears, all vying for glory.

The mechanics of Fool’s Pub are refreshingly straightforward. Matches kick off with players maneuvering through their cards using the D-Pad, selecting up to three via the X button, and tossing them onto the table with the Square button. If you suspect another player is fibbing, simply press Triangle to call “LIAR!” But beware—misjudging could send you spinning the barrel in Russian Roulette, and whoever loses that round finds themselves showered in confetti as they’re knocked out.

Now, let’s dive into the trophy aspect! A full list of trophies awaits, crowned by a coveted Platinum trophy. Thanks to the game’s Cross-Buy feature, purchasing it allows you to enjoy both the PS4 and PS5 versions without extra cost—with each offering its own trophy list. These include 18 Bronze, 11 Silver, and 5 Gold trophies. You’ll snag a trophy the first time you win a game, and there are additional ones for deploying the Queen, King, and Ace cards seven times, the Joker six times, making nine “LIAR!” calls, and weathering six rounds of Russian Roulette.

For just $6.99, Fool’s Pub is a savvy pick for anyone enjoying multiplayer card games with a twist. Your purchase nets you both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions, ensuring plenty of bang for your buck as you engage in this quirky battle of wits with players far and wide.

This review of Fool’s Pub is based on a PlayStation 5 copy provided by Nostra Games.