Game Rules

How to survive and win in Mafia

Objective

The game is a conflict between two groups: the informed minority (Mafia) and the uninformed majority (Villagers).

  • Mafia Win: Eliminate enough villagers so that Mafia members equal or outnumber the Villagers.
  • Villagers Win: Eliminate all Mafia members.
Roles

The Mafia

Depending on the game size, there are 1 or more Mafia. Each night, they choose one villager to eliminate. They know who the other Mafia members are.

The Doctor

Each night, the Doctor can choose one person to save. If the Mafia targets that person, they survive. The Doctor can save themselves.

The Detective

Each night, the Detective can investigate one player to determine if they are Mafia or innocent.

The Villagers

Innocent townspeople. They sleep at night and wake up to discuss who among them is the impostor. Their only weapon is their vote.

Game Phases

🌑 Night Phase

Everyone sleeps. The Mafia kills, Doctor saves, and Detective investigates.

☀️ Day Phase

Everyone wakes up. The Host announces who died (if anyone). Survivors discuss who they suspect.

🗳️ Voting Phase

Players vote to eliminate a suspect. If a majority is reached, that player is eliminated and their role is revealed (if enabled).