| Title | If It Please The Court |
| Developer(s) | Heart's Choice |
| Publisher(s) | Heart's Choice |
| Genre | PC > RPG, Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie |
| Release Date | May 20, 2021 |
| Size | 91.61 MB |
| Get it on | Steam Games |
| Report | Report Game |
Introduction
The legal profession is often depicted as serious and somber, with little room for humor and enjoyment. However, a group of law students at Harvard Law School have created a unique game that combines their love for the law and their sense of humor – If It Please The Court Game.
The Origin
The game was initially created as a way for law students to break the monotony of studying and relieve stress. It was originally called “Lawyer Up” and was a simple card game with legal terms and scenarios. However, as the game evolved, it became known as If It Please The Court Game and gained widespread popularity among law students, lawyers, and even non-legal professionals.
The Objective
The game is a fun and entertaining way to test players’ knowledge of legal concepts and procedures. The objective is to win cases by collecting the most number of Justice Cards while avoiding losing points with Penalty Cards. The game is played with a minimum of three players and a maximum of six, making it perfect for small gatherings or game nights.
The Gameplay
The game begins with each player receiving four cards – two Justice Cards and two Penalty Cards. The Justice Cards contain legal concepts and procedures, while the Penalty Cards have tasks and challenges that players must complete to avoid losing points. One player is designated as the Judge and will decide which player wins a case based on the strength of their argument.
The Trial
Once the Judge announces the case, a player must choose one of their Justice Cards and present a case related to the legal concept or procedure on the card. The other players, also known as the Advocates, can then use their own Justice Cards or Penalty Cards to support or challenge the argument made by the player. The Judge will then decide who wins the case based on the most convincing argument.
The Penalty
Players who lose a case are given a Penalty Card, which they must complete before their next turn. The Penalty Cards range from simple tasks such as singing the first amendment in a cartoon character’s voice to more challenging tasks such as reciting a legal term backward. This adds a fun and unpredictable element to the game and keeps players on their toes.
The Verdict
At the end of the decided number of rounds, the player with the most Justice Cards wins the game, and the player with the most Penalty Cards is declared the “Loser of the Law.” However, everyone is a winner in this game, as players have had fun while learning about the legal system in a lighthearted manner.
Conclusion
If It Please The Court Game has successfully combined law and entertainment, making it a hit among law students and legal professionals alike. It has also gained recognition for its innovative and creative approach, winning the 2019 ABA Techshow Startup Alley Competition. So, the next time you’re in the mood for a fun and challenging game, try out If It Please The Court and see if you have what it takes to win in the court of law!
If It Please The Court, let the games begin!
System Requirements
Minimum:- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 7
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
How to Download
- Click the "Download If It Please The Court" button above.
- Wait 20 seconds, then click the "Free Download" button. (For faster downloads, consider using a downloader like IDM or another fast Downloader.)
- Right-click the downloaded zip file and select "Extract to If It Please The Court folder". Ensure you have WinRAR or 7-Zip installed.
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as an administrator.
Note: If you encounter missing DLL errors, check the Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the extracted files and install any required programs.