# Watergate: The Board Game — Nixon's tug of war

> Card-driven board game adaptation of the Watergate political scandal. (iPhone/iPad app by Eerko Vissering.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watergate-the-board-game/id6476921577 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Eerko Vissering](https://appshunter.io/developer/892542003)
- Category: Games, Reference, Board, Strategy
- Price: $6.99
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 128 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, German (Germany)
- Released: 2025-07-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watergate-the-board-game/id6476921577/reviews.md

## What is Watergate?

Card-Driven Game of the Most Notorious of Political Scandals. Will Nixon triumph in his tug of war with the Press or will the truth be exposed?

Nominated for Best Board Game App in the BoardGameGeek Golden Geek Awards!

In Watergate, one player assumes the role of a Washington Post Journalist, while the other embodies the Nixon Administration—each with a unique set of cards. To win, the Nixon Administration must build up enough momentum to make it to the end of the presidential term, whereas the Journalist must gather enough evidence to connect two informants directly to the President. Of course, the administration will do all in its power to smother any evidence.

Watergate: The Board Game is a faithful adaptation of the original board game.

Languages: English, German, Dutch
Play modes: Pass & Play, Cross-platform asynchronous multiplayer, Solo
Includes detailed background story

Game author: Matthias Cramer
Publisher: Frosted Games
Digital adaptation: Apps by Eerko

Top 10 of all-time best 2-player-only games (BoardGameGeek).
Winner Golden Geek Best 2-Player Board Game 2019
Winner Board Game Quest Awards Best Two Player Game 2019

## Key features

- Card-driven gameplay
- Asynchronous multiplayer
- Solo play mode
- Faithful board game adaptation
- Detailed background story

## Chart rankings

- #140 in Top Paid · Board (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/watergate-the-board-game/id6476921577/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent adaptation

*2025-09-21*

Great music, sound effects.  Multiplayer, turn undo... lots of fun, thanks for this

### 4/5 — A great game, implementation needs work

*2025-09-03*

The original board game is extremely well-designed and smart, but simple enough for almost anyone to learn the rules. The app is a faithful adaptation and a great way to do a quick round of a great game on the go. What keeps it from being 5 stars for me is that for a game with such a small board and small number of pieces, it’s actually quite unsuited to a phone screen. The informant spaces around the edge of the board are tiny, in an unreadable typeface, and there’s no option to magnify them so unless you have the board layout memorized, you’re flying blind. Card text is mostly readable but still harder than it needs to be, so that’s better but still not ideal. Fix this somehow and you’ve got a must-buy for anyone who digs strategy games.

### 4/5 — Updated Review

*2025-07-31*

After playing with the game for several days. It is addicting. Yes, there can be some UI improvements which I hope are rolled out and an easier way to hide the cards and such if you want to see the board state, but I see continued updates with pads and play as well as the AI. The enhancement of having “Display Icons for Card Actions” is a wonderful add. 

Also, the music slaps.

### 3/5 — Rough around the edges, but a keeper

*2025-07-28*

I’m not sure what the other reviewer is saying, but the solo mode works fine for me. It could be a phone-to-version issue. Overall, would recommend even at full price if the developer continues to refine it. 

Wishlist:
- AI difficulty selection
- Achievements 
- Solo and multiplayer statistics
- Better way to see played cards than this click text option. Perhaps press and hold (for phones only)
- Larger interface buttons
- Smoother visuals and interface dragging evidence

Pros: 
- Great way to get your Watergate fix
- Love the played history feature
- AI is challenging

### 1/5 — Crashes frequently

*2025-07-22*

Three attempted solo games, three crashes, unable to continue any of them. So, it’s unplayable in its current form.

## Frequently asked questions about Watergate

### What is Watergate: The Board Game about?

Watergate: The Board Game is a digital adaptation of the board game where one player acts as a journalist uncovering evidence of the Nixon administration's involvement in the scandal, while the other player controls the administration attempting to conceal the truth.

### Does Watergate: The Board Game have multiplayer?

Yes, Watergate: The Board Game supports cross-platform asynchronous multiplayer, allowing you to play against others over time. It also includes a Pass & Play mode for local two-player gaming.

### Can I play Watergate: The Board Game alone?

Yes, Watergate: The Board Game offers a solo play mode, allowing you to experience the game against AI or practice your strategies.

### What platforms is Watergate: The Board Game available on?

Watergate: The Board Game is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, supporting iOS devices.

### How much does Watergate: The Board Game cost?

Watergate: The Board Game is a paid application, priced at $6.99. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What languages does Watergate: The Board Game support?

Watergate: The Board Game is available in English, German, and Dutch, making it accessible to a wider international audience.

### Is Watergate: The Board Game suitable for younger players?

Watergate: The Board Game has an age rating of 12+, indicating it is suitable for players aged 12 and above due to its thematic content and strategic complexity.

### How often is Watergate: The Board Game updated?

The latest version of Watergate: The Board Game is 1.1.1, which was last updated on December 18, 2025. This suggests a relatively recent update, with potential for future improvements and content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2026-05-25

Fixes issue with 'Follow the money!'.

### 1.1.1 — 2025-12-18

• Fixes issue with Gambit.
• Fixes network game not finishing.

### 1.1 — 2025-12-16

• Improved AI for the Editor.
• Gameplay improvements.
• Can reset Solo game if stuck.
• Visual improvements.

### 1.0.6 — 2025-09-18

• Fixes stuck network games.
• Fixes reported AI issues.

### 1.0.5 — 2025-09-02

• Fixes issues opening network games.
• Games now immediately start after joining.
• Visual improvements for narrow screens.

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