How to Cheat In a Game

Last Updated: June 16, 2023

" Tricks and treachery are the practice of fools, that don't have brains enough to be honest. " –Benjamin Franklin

People always say, "No Cheating!" because it's not fair to the other people playing the game. But sometimes, cheating can be necessary, whether it's because you really don't want the other person playing to win the game, because you need to prove to the other players that you are good at playing, or any other reason. Regardless of your reasoning, we've put together an in-depth guide to help you learn the basics of cheating. Read on to learn some tips on how to trick your way to the top.

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Learn the pros and cons of cheating.

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In order to cheat, you need to know the benefits and disadvantages. Look at the following for some advantages and disadvantages, and decide whether or not you should cheat or should not.
- Some Pros include:
 - Showing the other players that you're good at the game
 - Getting back at another person for cheating
 - Winning the game and being able to brag about it
- Some Cons are:
 - Other players not trusting you
 - Not having the feeling of really winning the game
 - Getting kicked out of the game for cheating

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Know the game you're playing.

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Find the tricks of the game and see where you can cheat. For example, you don't want to do an obvious cheat that people will point out immediately, but you do want to do a cheat where nobody will recognize it and you can get away with it easily. Find a spot in the game where you can cheat and where it seems appropriate to do.

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Recognize the people you're playing with.

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Or are they pretty easy-going and will accept a simple apology? Try to find out what they will be like and see if they will be able to take your cheating.

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Cheat discreetly.

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Do something small when nobody is looking. For example, in "SORRY", you could move an extra space, or in "BS" you could put down an extra card. Be careful to make sure no one notices.
- If someone notices that you're cheating, say something like, "Oh, sorry about that. My mistake." Cover up yourself quickly but confidently. Look at " How to Think of Quick Witted Comebacks " for more information.
- Poker face. It's all about body language. Don't be obvious, but avoid being too discreet.

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Go easy on other players.

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Don't point out any mistakes that they made, and just have fun with the game.

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Cheat sparingly.

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Once in a while, cheating can be okay, because everyone does it at some point, but you don't want to have the reputation of a cheating cheater.

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How do you cheat on the game Sequence?

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First I would not recommend you cheat. But the best way to cheat would be to look at their cards and try to mess them up. Or you could grab more than the correct amount of cards you are supposed to have, you could choose which card you want to have in your hand, or you could put your piece in the wrong spot!

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How can I cheat in the board game Trouble?

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Pretend to miscount the number of spaces that your piece travels and see if anyone notices. Also, you can push the bubble and try to muffle the sound so it sounds like the die didn't move and you will get a second chance to roll if no one sees that it changed sides.

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How do I cheat on a school project?

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There are two main methods you could use. The first is to look up the project on Google and just copy a design that you like. The second is to ask a friend who has already finished the project to do one for you or to help you do it. Of course, you'll maintain your integrity and a clear conscience, as well as avoid the chance of getting a zero for plagiarism, if you just do the project yourself, without cheating.

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Play to have fun, and don't get too wrapped up in cheating all the time.

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Do not laugh or otherwise give yourself away when cheating.

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If you win, don't be a sore winner, as you did cheat in the game.

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Avoid announcing that you cheated, as you may get in more trouble than lying about it than actually cheating.

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Don't cheat too often, or people won't want to play with you anymore.

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In casinos, if you get caught cheating, you could actually get kicked out. Be careful about that.

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How to Cheat In a Game

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Learn the pros and cons of cheating.

Know the game you're playing.

Recognize the people you're playing with.

Cheat discreetly.

Go easy on other players.

Cheat sparingly.

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