Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Sweet
100%
Aromatic
89%
Fruity
83%
Vanilla
82%
Citrus
77%
Caramel
69%
Woody
65%
Amber
54%
Fresh
54%
Balsamic
52%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Sweet, Aromatic, and Fruity) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Sweet, Aromatic, Fruity, and Vanilla among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Sweet, Aromatic, Fruity, and Vanilla among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
The Brilliant GamebyDavidoffis a Amber Woody fragrance for men.The Brilliant Gamewas launched in 2014. The nose behind this fragrance is Jacques Huclier. Top notes are Campari, Red Berries, Vermouth, Bitter Orange, Lemon and Clary Sage; middle notes are Cedar and Orange Blossom; base notes are Tonka Bean, Caramel, Coumarin and Hay.Davidoff launches The Game in 2012, inspired by gambling games with the design of the bottle reminiscent of poker chips. The Game Intense was launched a year after the original. In the winter of 2014, the collection is joined by a new member in the form of the new fragrance The Brilliant Game.The Brilliant Game is announced as hot and addictive scent of a charismatic man. The composition is oriental - woody. It opens with fresh accord of Americano cocktail (which is made of Campari, Vermouth and soda water), which leads to the woody heart of cedar and the warm base of tonka bean.The bottle is decorated with gold details and highlights. The fragrance is available as of November 2014 as 40, 60 and 100 ml Eau de Toilette.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is The Brilliant Game office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.