# Aggretsuko: Work/Rage Balance

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 6.0
- **BGG Rank**: #20111
- **Players**: 3-6 (Best with: 4, 5)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Ben Eisner, Steve Ellis (II)
- **Artists**: Brenda Hickey
- **Publishers**: Oni Press, Renegade Game Studios
- **Categories**: Animals, Card Game, Movies / TV / Radio theme
- **Mechanics**: Ladder Climbing

## Verdict
If you're a fan of Aggretsuko's angry cuteness and want a quick card game for some laughs with friends, this is for you! It's easy to learn and has that little tension of trying to get rid of your cards before everyone else.Fast and easy to learnFun and faithful themeLight and chaotic interactionGood for unwindingModerate language dependencyCan get repetitive quicklyLuck plays a big roleFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready to face the office routine in Aggretsuko style! In "Aggretsuko: Work/Rage Balance", the goal is simple: survive the work week and get out faster than your colleagues. The game unfolds over five rounds, representing the workdays, and whoever finishes with the lowest score when the weekend arrives wins. Each player starts with 13 cards in hand, and the deck features numbers from 1 to 13, with some variations in the quantity of each. On your turn, you can play a combination of 1 to 5 cards, as long as they are of a higher value than the previous play by the round leader, or pass your turn. If everyone passes, the table is cleared, and the last player to play initiates a new sequence. A special move is "Rage", where you can use your rage card to grab a card from the table when it's cleared. Also, keep an eye out for the "Rainbow Bomb": four consecutive cards, each of a different suit. This special play can only be beaten by another, higher-value Rainbow Bomb. When someone gets rid of all their cards, the round ends. Those still holding cards in hand score points (1 to 3 per card), and if the weekend hasn't arrived yet, it's time to shuffle and start all over again. It's a fast-paced and chaotic game, perfect for those who enjoy a fun theme and a simple climbing mechanic with twists.

## FAQ
### What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is to get rid of all your cards as quickly as possible to have the lowest score at the end of five rounds (workdays).

### How many players can participate?
The game is for 3 to 6 players.

### How long does a game take?
A game is quite fast, usually taking around 30 minutes.

### Is the game difficult to learn?
No, the rules are quite simple and focus on the mechanic of playing higher value cards or passing your turn. It's easy to pick up.

### Do I need to know English to play?
Yes, there is a moderate language dependency. It's recommended to have a translated copy of the cards or a reference sheet.

### Who is this game recommended for?
It's ideal for Aggretsuko fans, for those looking for a quick, light card game with a fun theme to play in larger groups.

### What are the main components?
The game mainly consists of a deck of numbered and suited cards, along with score trackers and the "Rage" card.