date nights
a perfect safety net. if conversation stalls, pull a card.
"BEST FIRST DATES"
A deck of playing cards & conversation starters.
The easiest kind of chemistry: play a few rounds, draw a card, and suddenly you're having the kind of conversation you actually remember.
lose the small talk.
better questions, actually interesting answers.
find out who your friends really are.
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CANDID - a deck of playing cards and conversation starters
a single deck containing 52 questions.
printed on casino-quality stock in a matte metal case.
Orders will arrive in 2-5 business days once shipped.
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what's inside?
CANDID is a standard deck of playing cards with a question woven into the face of each card. There are silly questions, introspective questions, and everything in-between.
easy entry
skip the "so, what do you do for work?" interrogation.
the good kind of pause
the kind of questions that make you stop and actually think.
total versatility
it's still a deck of cards. play poker, gin, spit, go fish. you make the rules.
52 starting points
never have the same night twice.
CANDID is more than a game; it's the social tool that helps you turn acquaintances into friends and friends into family. Pick your perfect tier above and get ready to connect.
CANDID is more than a game; it's the social tool that helps you turn strangers into friends, friends into lovers, and good conversations into real connection. There is no right or wrong way to play. Simply play your favorite game, pull a card, and share your truth.
what people are saying
"Love the aesthetic of these cards; the eclectic designs and flirting on the edge of tradition. The art is fun, and the questions are thought provoking."
"The cards are absolutely beautiful and the idea is fun and interesting. These will definitely be a hit at the next game night with my friends."
"Loved!!!!"
"We just adore our CANDID card sets! They add both whimsy and deep connection to every card game with friends and family."
"CANDID"
"We love them! Gorgeous design! Sweetness intention and wonderful questions!!!! Thanks Charlotte"
"Such a simple thing…questions and thought provoking words on cards make the most enjoyable night with friends and family! They’re awesome conversation starters! Highly recommend and make an excellent stocking stuffer!"
"The best game and conversation starter!!! Not only does it have fun prompts but the deck itself is unique with a vintage feel and fun graphics"
"Love CANDID! The questions are so good and thought provoking. Makes a perfect gift."
"So many GREAT things to say about CANDID! -A great gift, stocking stuffer, wedding party favor, airplane or road trip activity -Perfect to bring on date night with a new partner or someone you've been with forever -Great range of silly to deep questions to have fun and meaningful conversation -So much love and thought was put into this deck of cards! couldn't recommend enough"
"I absolutely love this deck. Not only are the cards beautifully made, but the questions are so thoughtful and fun. Every time I’ve brought them out, whether at a dinner, a small gathering, or even just hanging out with friends, they’ve sparked conversations that feel natural, meaningful, and sometimes hilarious. You can tell a lot of care went into creating them. It’s the kind of deck that instantly makes any group feel more connected. Highly recommend!"
"Favorite deck that doubles as a conversation starter. Insightful. Provocative. Fun."
"We used CANDID to kick off a new project at work, and it was the perfect icebreaker. The questions sparked thoughtful, genuine conversations that helped our team connect quickly."
"Nice quality cards! Here comes holiday game night!"
"Very nice deck of cards. And very cool design."
Holiday pick
$58$50
gift one, keep one.
Buying for one person who'd love this? You probably know two. Two CANDID decks for $50: one to gift, one for your own table.
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who is it for?
we didn't set out to make a game; we just wanted to stop answering the same questions over and over again.
new & old friends
you've known them forever, but do you know their last good cry? skip the status updates.
the dinner party host
toss a few cards on the dinner table. instant atmosphere, no "icebreakers" required.
"We brought CANDID to a dinner with new friends and ended up staying three hours longer than planned."
Sarah J., Verified Buyer
our story
we didn't set out to make a game; we just wanted to stop being bored at parties.
A few summers ago, we started a shared note called "good questions" after bonding over our hatred for small talk and monotonous questions.
Hundreds of questions later, we decided to turn it into a game and an art project. Designed in collaboration with Kate Bonner, CANDID is a traditional deck of playing cards that doubles as conversation starters. There are no rules here. You make them.
CANDID can be used for quiet evenings with old friends or late nights with new ones. Play cards, share what's real, be candid with one another and create the kind of conversations that turned two strangers into us.
a real deck, not a gimmick
most conversation games are one-trick ponies. you ask the questions once and the deck gathers dust in a drawer. CANDID is different. it's a proper 52-card deck built for dive bars, long drives, and those 2 am realizations. it just happens to have a soul.
spit
for when the energy is high and you're waiting for the next round. fast, loud, and probably going to end in an argument.
shithead
the ultimate "waiting for the train" game. easy to learn, impossible to quit.
gin rummy
sunday morning energy. slow down, deal a hand, and actually think about the question on the card while you sip your coffee.
poker
high stakes, higher vulnerability. raise the bar on your next home game.
spoons
absolute chaos. if you aren't diving across the table, you aren't playing it right.
go fish
simple enough to play with your nephew, but the questions make sure you actually find out something new about the kid.
everything you need.
prompt with soul
52 questions designed to linger, wrapped in vintage-inspired art.
life-proof quality
casino-grade card stock that survives spills and long nights.
the go-anywhere deck
durable. built for lulls, legends, and everything in between.
"We brought CANDID to a dinner with new friends and ended up staying three hours longer than planned."
Sarah J., Verified Buyer
the cards in the wild.
less small talk, more of this.
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who is it for?
anyone who has sat through one more conversation about the weather than they needed to. couples, old friends, new friends, families with teenagers, dinner party hosts, teams on an offsite. if there is a table, it works.
what if someone doesn't want to answer a card?
then they skip it. nobody keeps score and nobody has to explain. the card asked, not you, so everyone at the table has cover. pull the next one. it's usually better anyway.
what kind of questions are they?
they start light and get deeper the longer you play. one card asks "what was your last internet deep dive about?" another asks "what's a story about you that you've outgrown?" and somewhere in the deck is "when was your last good cry and what was it about?" you answer the one you're dealt.
is it really a normal deck?
it really is. four suits, ace through king, 52 cards on casino-grade stock. if you can play it with a normal deck, you can play it with CANDID.
how is it different from other conversation card games?
most question decks are only questions, with levels, rules and a box that ends up on a shelf. CANDID is a real deck of playing cards. no levels, no rules. play the game you already like and answer what you're dealt.
where can i buy it in person?
at 120 plus independent shops, bookstores, restaurants and hotels around the US, including Big Night in New York, Heritage Goods and Supply and Malibu Farm. not sure which is closest? email support@getcandidcards.com and we'll point you to one.