A Fake Artist Goes to New York

A Fake Artist Goes to New York | Party Drawing & Deduction Game

A Fake Artist Goes to New York is a brilliantly simple party game of creativity, bluffing and deduction, where one player doesn’t know what they’re drawing — and must avoid being exposed.

Each round, players take turns adding a single line to a shared drawing, all based on a secret word… except for one player. The Fake Artist has no idea what the subject is and must improvise convincingly, while everyone else tries to spot the imposter before it’s too late.

There’s no need to be good at drawing — in fact, the worse the art, the better the game. Success comes from subtlety, timing and reading the table, making every round unpredictable and hilarious.

How it plays

• One player is secretly assigned as the Fake Artist

• A secret word is shared with everyone else

• Players add one line at a time to the drawing

• After the drawing is complete, discuss and vote on who the Fake Artist is

If the Fake Artist avoids detection, they win. If they’re identified, they still have a chance to steal victory by correctly guessing the secret word.

Why you’ll love it

• A perfect party and icebreaker game

• Quick rounds with endless replayability

• No drawing skill required — just bluffing and deduction

• Scales well for groups and mixed gaming experience levels

• Ideal for fans of social deduction and creative games

What’s in the box

• Drawing cards and word prompts

• Dry-erase markers and drawing sheets

• Simple rules for fast setup and play

Whether you’re hosting a game night, looking for a travel-friendly party game, or want something that gets everyone laughing within minutes, A Fake Artist Goes to New York is a modern classic that turns bad art into great fun.