Pillbox Games Side Effects: Unleash The Fun & Chaos Using Therapy & Medication in This Hit Card Game for 2 to 8 Players
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Pillbox Games Side Effects: Unleash The Fun & Chaos Using Therapy & Medication in This Hit Card Game for 2 to 8 Players

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Product ID: 222908205
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10-30 min playtime, quick yet deep
🃏2-8 players, social strategy
🏆SXSW Award Nominated, critically acclaimed

Description

🧠 Cure boredom, catch the chaos—Side Effects is your prescription for epic game nights!

  • AWARD WINNING DESIGN - SXSW Gamer's Voice finalist—join a community that values creativity and sharp strategy.
  • FAST PACED ADDICTIVE - Perfect 10-30 minute rounds keep your game nights fresh and engaging without the time commitment.
  • INCLUSIVE PLAYER RANGE - Supports 2 to 8 players, ideal for intimate gatherings or larger social circles.
  • EASY TO LEARN HARD TO MASTER - Simple rules let you jump in instantly, while deep tactics keep you coming back for more.
  • STRATEGIC TAKE THAT GAMEPLAY - Outwit friends with clever use of therapy, meds, and side effects for unpredictable fun.

Side Effects is a dynamic, award-nominated card game for 2-8 players aged 14+, blending quick 10-30 minute rounds with strategic 'take that' mechanics. Players race to treat diseases using therapy and medication cards, balancing risks and side effects for unpredictable, social gameplay. Designed with modern aesthetics and crafted from durable cardboard, it’s perfect for millennial game nights craving both fun and mental challenge.

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Specifications

Unit Count1.0 Count
Package Quantity1
Item Weight0.38 Kilograms
Item Dimensions L x W6.2"L x 5.3"W
Material FabricCardboard
Style NameModern
ColorMulticolor
ThemeStrategy
Number of Items1
Package TypeStandard Packaging
Container TypeBox
Special FeaturesTake that gameplay, racing to cure diseases, using prescriptions and therapy, experiencing side effects
Number of Players2-8

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Reviews

4.8

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A**R

Funny and entertaining

This game is an absolute blast. It is a fast paced game that makes you smile. I cant wait to buy the expansion pack!

G**R

If I could give this more than 5 stars, I would!

My husband and I are both psych professionals and we absolutely love this game. The card art work is beautiful, the gameplay is so much fun, the cards themselves are durable, and the base game box has enough room for the expansion pack!

B**G

#1 Game on the List

My partner is a huge board game lover who likes games that are challenging and strategic. We played this game with 2 different groups and everyone's had a good time. It's a really fast paced game which we like since he's got so many games. We actually enjoyed it so much that we ended up purchasing the booster shot at Barns & Nobles before New Years so that we could have more fun during the holidays! The cards themselves are beautiful and a pretty good size. I'm really happy with the purchase as I bought him this game for Christmas after doing a lot of research!

L**R

So much fun!!!

My husband and I bought this game after seeing a video advertisement for it. We absolutely love it. A lot of thought obviously went into the game and cards. We both struggle with mental health and the game is so accurate it's pretty funny. It's well worth the money for a fun game, and we plan on buying any and all expansions that go to this game.

M**Y

Fun for all groups

This game is so fun, and funny for groups, it is also surprisingly accurate in regards to the medications used to treat the diagnosis. The game does make it easy to joke of sensitive subjects so please keep that in mind when playing. Mental health is important and this game touches on many disorders and may be triggering for some people. As always know your friend and if any of them are sensitive to any of the included themes find a different game to play. Otherwise, take this for a spin and give your friends, anxiety, gambling addictions and so many more issues.

F**O

If you like a cure for your gambling addiction they have it

Great game, love the charm and morbid humor and gothic art.

D**C

I love this game so much, and I'm not a card game guy!

I first played this game at a friend's house and boy did we turn on each other quick. One second we were all friends sipping our wine and chatting about life and the next, we were ganging up on each other. Who would have thought that trying to destroy your friends' mental health would be so much fun!Seriously though, the game mechanics are so easy to learn and straight forward and even helped me to formulate my own card game. I doubt I'll follow through on that since I always have new projects popping up but it's nice to know I can play a card game that's this rewarding without the commitment of MTG and without breaking the bank.I'd say the game is suitable for more mature players given the theme. I have middle-aged friends who have been through a lot in life and don't love it while others find it to be therapeutic.Definitely a good quick party game for 4-8 people but be warned - eventually, there will always be that one person that doesn't want to stop playing and the one that will secretly want to quite after not winning a few rounds but stay silent and hold it against the rest of the group. I am somehow both of these people on some nights.

L**G

Great quality cards and dark humor is top tier

Value for money is great. The quality of the cards gives the exact reason of value and great quality. Such a fun dark humorous game to play with your friends that don't take things too seriously.

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