That’s Not a Hat

The Memory Game That Humbles Everyone

• Players: 3-8
• Best at: 5
• Playtime: about 15 minutes
• Price vibe: roughly 100-150 kr.

Why That’s Not a Hat Is the Right Buy Right Now

That’s Not a Hat is a tiny card game about passing gifts and remembering what they are. Each card shows a simple object, you pass cards face down to your neighbour while telling them what it is, and they can either accept your word or call you out. The catch is that the cards keep changing hands, so you have to remember what is where. Or at least pretend you do.

It takes a minute to learn and about fifteen to play. If you want a cheap, funny game that works with families, friends and the odd suspicious uncle, it is a very good pick.

Why 5 Players Is the Sweet Spot

Enough Cards to Confuse You

With five players, there are plenty of gifts moving around the table. That is enough to make your memory wobble, but still manageable for a determined brain.

Perfect for Bluffing

When you forget what a card is, you have to bluff and hope nobody notices. With five players, there are always a few people who might not be paying attention, which gives you a decent chance of getting away with it.

Quick, Snappy Turns

The game flows quickly, because each turn is just one pass and one decision. At five, everyone stays involved, and nobody waits for long.

What About 3-4 or 6-8?

Smaller groups are easier to remember, and bigger groups are chaotic. Five is the happy medium for memory plus mischief.

Who Should Buy It?

• Families with kids from around 8
• Party hosts who need a quick opener
• Friends who love a bluff
• Anyone who thinks they have a good memory

What Will It Cost?

That’s Not a Hat typically costs around 100-150 kr. That is less than a latte and a cinnamon bun, which makes it one of the cheapest ways to humble your friends.

Verdict: A Hat-Trick of Fun

If you want a small, cheap and very funny game that is best with five, That’s Not a Hat is an easy buy. Just do not trust anyone who says they have a perfect memory.