- BGG rank
- BGG #31,350
- BGG rating
- 5.1
Mad Gab
1996
Rules assistance for Mad Gab
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–12 players
- 45 min
- 10+
- Complexity 1.2/5
About the game
Mad Gab is a fast-paced party game where teams race to decode hidden phrases disguised as strings of unrelated words. It’s not about what you read—it’s about what you hear. On each turn, one team reads aloud a puzzling phrase like “Ace Lip Puff The Tongue”—which, when spoken quickly, sounds like “A Slip of the Tongue.” Teammates have 30 seconds to guess up to three phrases. If they fail, the opposing team can steal the point. With a timer ticking and a constant stream of hilarious misheard moments, Mad Gab is perfect for parties and game nights where laughter and fast thinking rule. The game’s tagline says it all: "It’s not what you SAY... it’s what you HEAR!"
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Designers
Publishers
- Mattel, Inc.
- Patch Products
- Drumond Park Ltd.
- Mega Bleu
Questions and answers
The rules assistant for Mad Gab will help explain turns, card effects and disputed situations, with references to verified official materials and saved question history. It is not ready yet; verified sources for your edition are still being prepared.
Mad Gab supports 2–12 players according to the catalogue.
The listed playing time for Mad Gab is 45 minutes. The actual duration depends on the group and its familiarity with the game.
The catalogue lists Mad Gab for ages 10 and up. Check the age guidance on your edition.
The credited designers of Mad Gab are: Terry White.
The catalogue lists Mad Gab as a base game.
Rules assistant for Mad Gab
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