7 player setup
How to play Mafia with 7 players
The balanced 7-player Mafia setup is 2 Mafia, 1 Doctor, 1 Detective, and 3 Villagers. It's ideal for the classic balanced game and takes about 15–22 minutes per round.
15–22 min 7 roles total
Recommended role distribution
| Role | Count | Share of table |
|---|---|---|
| Mafia | 2 | 29% |
| Doctor | 1 | 14% |
| Detective | 1 | 14% |
| Villagers | 3 | 43% |
Hosting notes
Seven players is the most-played Mafia setup. Two Mafia can coordinate without overwhelming the town.
7-player tips
- Two Mafia means they can build cover stories for each other — town should listen for over-coordination.
- Detective should hold one reveal in reserve as endgame insurance.
- Doctor should rotate protection between key town claims.
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