# Bargain Hunter

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1998
- **BGG Rating**: 6.7
- **BGG Rank**: #4055
- **Players**: 3-4 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 45 min
- **Weight**: 1.87 / 5
- **Designers**: Uwe Rosenberg
- **Artists**: Patrick LaMontagne, Reinhard Horst
- **Publishers**: Queen Games, Valley Games, Inc.
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Set Collection, Trick-taking

## Verdict
If you enjoy card games that blend the tension of set collection with clever trick-taking, Bargain Hunter is a cool pick!Clever collection strategyTricky trick-taking roundsFun and unique themeFast-paced and engagingCollection can be frustratingLuck in starting handsMay lack deep strategyFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready to hunt for treasures in Bargain Hunter, a card game that blends the thrill of collecting rare items with sharp trick-taking strategy. Imagine you're browsing through a bunch of flea markets and second-hand shops, searching for those valuable vintage electronics. Each round, you decide which type of 'bargain' you want to focus on, trying to gather as many of them as possible. The twist is that the cards you don't use for collecting go to the 'bad' pile, and each one costs you points! But don't worry, at the end of each round, you get a chance to rescue some of those cards and move them to your 'good' pile. 

The game uses a special deck with cards numbered 1 through 9 in six suits, featuring two copies of each card. After receiving your initial hand, you pick a number to collect and reveal it. The remaining cards are used in a standard trick-taking game: follow suit if you can; if not, you can play a trump card. If two cards of the same suit and value appear, the player who played them decides if the second one is high or low. Winning a trick means sending the cards of your chosen number to your 'good' pile (positive points!), while the others go to the 'bad' pile (negative points!). It's a constant balancing act between taking risks in tricks and securing your collection. A quick game with a dash of luck, perfect for those who enjoy card games with a unique twist.

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for Bargain Hunter?
A game of Bargain Hunter typically lasts around 45 minutes, making it quite dynamic.

### How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 3 or 4 players, ideal for a small group.

### Is Bargain Hunter a difficult game to learn?
No, the rules are relatively straightforward. The trick-taking mechanic is standard, and the set collection aspect is easy to grasp. It's a medium-light weight game.

### What are the main components of the game?
The game primarily consists of a special deck of cards, featuring a unique design that ties into the 'bargain hunting' theme.

### Who would you recommend Bargain Hunter to?
We recommend it for those who enjoy card games with a strategic touch, fans of trick-taking and set collection mechanics, and anyone looking for a quick, thematic game.

### Is there significant language dependency?
No, the language dependency is minimal, focusing mainly on symbols and numbers on the cards.

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