# 12 Chip Trick

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2022
- **BGG Rating**: 6.8
- **BGG Rank**: #2959
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 1.64 / 5
- **Designers**: root (ルート)
- **Artists**: Chong
- **Publishers**: (Self-Published), Blackrock Games, Lavka Games, Mandoo Games, Wonderbow Games
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Trick-taking

## Verdict
If you love fast tricks and risky choices, 12 Chip Trick will hook you from the first round.Quick and easy to learnConstant player interactionScore‑halving tensionOnly for three playersScore can be cut in halfRECOMMENDED

## Description
12 Chip Trick is a trick‑taking game designed for exactly three players, perfect for those who enjoy fast decisions and a dash of risk. The game starts with 12 numbered discs (1‑12), half red and half black. Each player receives four discs and, each round, plays one to the table. The trick follows a "may follow" rule: you may play any disc, but if you can follow the leader's number or colour you must. The winner of the trick takes the face‑up disc, which is removed from the game, while the other players retrieve their discs face down, returning them to their hands. When a player runs out of discs, the round ends. Players then reveal their remaining four discs and sum the values. The goal is to have the highest total score, but there’s a twist: if you ever reach 21 points or more, your score is halved. This penalty forces careful consideration before diving into a high‑value trick. A typical game lasts about 20 minutes, has simple rules (weight 1.6/5), and blends the familiarity of tricks with hand‑management strategy. It’s ideal for short sessions, parties, or anyone wanting a light challenge that still demands attention to risk. Since the game is also on Board Game Arena, you can test it online before buying the physical copy. In short, 12 Chip Trick offers quick fun, risky decisions, and plenty of interaction in a compact set of 12 colourful discs.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
Exactly three players – the game is balanced for that number.

### How long does a game take?
About 20 minutes, depending on the players' speed.

### What is the rule complexity?
Very low (weight 1.6/5). You can teach it in a few minutes.

### What components are included?
Twelve numbered discs (1‑12), half red and half black.

### Who is the game for?
Fans of trick‑taking, hand management and risky decisions, especially in small groups.

### Can I play it online?
Yes, there is a digital version on Board Game Arena.

### What happens if I reach 21 points?
Your score is instantly halved, which can dramatically shift the outcome.

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