Design Talk - Designing large group games with Rikki Tahta

In this Design Talk episode, hosts Dirk Knemeyer and David Heron are joined by Rikki Tahta, designer of the hit bluffing game Coup. Rikki shares the origins of Coup, how competition and hidden information shape its tension, and the technical challenges behind making the game work smoothly. The conversation expands into the unique design problems of large-group games—from pacing and engagement to player elimination—and how designers can tackle them thoughtfully. Rikki also offers a look into his digital horse racing project and wraps up with advice for aspiring designers. A sharp, design-focused discussion for anyone interested in scalable and social game experiences.

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Design Talk - Designing large group games with Rikki Tahta is an episode from The Game Design Round Table by Dirk Knemeyer, David V. Heron.

This episode is 49:39 long.

This episode was published on Feb 10, 2026.

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