Review of Fool’s Pub on PlayStation 5

Fool’s Pub, created by Nostra Games, takes the form of a multiplayer card game where cunning and a bit of luck are your best allies. In this engaging game, you’re seated at the table with opponents from across the globe—whether human players or AI bots filling in the gaps. The aim? To either declare a card’s real value or bluff your way through. But beware—if you’re caught in a lie, you’ll face a tense spin of the barrel in a classic Russian Roulette. The goal is to be the last player standing to claim victory. The game features a delightful cast of anthropomorphic characters like rabbits, foxes, deer, wolves, and bears, all engaging in the card-swapping antics.

As for the game’s mechanics, they’re straightforward and intuitive. Once you’re in a match, you navigate your cards using the D-Pad and decide on your play by pressing the X button for choosing up to three cards, followed by a throw with the Square button. For a closer inspection of your hand or a glance at your opponents, the right analog stick comes in handy. Think someone’s bluffing? Hit the Triangle button to call out “LIAR!” It’s as simple as that. But be careful—if you’re wrong, the dreaded Russian Roulette awaits, and the loser exits the game in a whimsical burst of confetti.

Turning to the trophy hunting scene, Fool’s Pub presents a full array, capped with a coveted Platinum trophy. And because it’s a Cross-Buy title, purchasing on the PlayStation platform grants access to both the PS4 and PS5 versions with no extra charge, each featuring its own set of trophies to chase. You’ll find 18 Bronze, 11 Silver, and 5 Gold trophies, with one trophy awarded for securing your first win. Additional rewards await for playing specific cards a number of times—think Queen, King, Ace, and Joker—calling “LIAR!” persistently, and surviving multiple Russian Roulette rounds.

Fool’s Pub is charming not only for its gameplay style but also for its Cross-Buy feature. For just $6.99, you gain access to both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions, making it a worthwhile addition to your gaming library.

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