3000 Scoundrels

Unexpected Games, Gémklub, Hobby Japan · Board game · 2022
2–4 · best 3 60–90 min Weight 2.2/5
100.0 rating Ludopedia
6.3 rating BGG
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100.0 rating Ludopedia
6.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Love a Western with bluffing and transparent cards? 3000 Scoundrels is the right pick for you and your friends!

Highlights
  • Creative transparent card system
  • Bluffing and tension each round
  • Reimagined Old West theme
Keep in mind
  • Significant language dependency
  • Can be a bit chaotic
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In 3000 Scoundrels, you step into the shoes of an ambitious leader in the American frontier, vying for control of advanced technologies left behind by a mysterious Traveler. The town of Graystone Gulch is about to be turned upside down by this new technological race, and your mission is to steal as much as you can before the dust settles. To do this, you'll hire a crew of "scoundrels" uniquely created by overlaying transparent cards to form characters with special abilities. Each turn plays out like a game of poker: you play a card face down, declare a number, and activate the corresponding abilities. But beware, the truth isn't always the best strategy! If you're caught bluffing, your reputation takes a hit. The game blends open drafting of cards to build your crew, tableau building with your scoundrels' abilities, and a bluffing element where you can deceive your opponents. With advanced rules, each leader gains unique motivations and strategies, whether driven by money, fame, or a genuine desire to change the world. Ready to steal the tech and dominate the frontier?

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC

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Game details

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Components: Transparent Elements Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Mechanism: Tableau Building Misc: Watch It Played How To Videos Players: Games with expansions that add solo play Theme: Alternate History
Publisher Unexpected Games, Gémklub, Hobby Japan, Hobby World
Designer Corey Konieczka
Artist David Ardila, Matijos Gebreselassie

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
What is the average playtime for 3000 Scoundrels?
A game of 3000 Scoundrels typically lasts between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on the player count and familiarity with the rules.
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players.
Is the game very complex?
With a BGG weight of 2.24/5, 3000 Scoundrels is considered a moderately complex game, suitable for players with some board game experience.
Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, the game has significant language dependency and requires translation for comfortable play.
What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to steal as much technology left by the Traveler as possible, outsmarting rival leaders through strategy, combos, and bluffing.
What makes the transparent cards special?
The transparent cards overlay each other, allowing players to create unique "scoundrels" (characters) with ability combinations that wouldn't be possible otherwise.

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