# Batman: Gotham City Sem Lei ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2023 - **BGG Rating**: 7.0 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 4-7 - **Duration**: 20-30 min - **Weight**: 2.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Alessandro de Oliveira, Gustavo Nascimento Barreto - **Publishers**: Across the Board - **Categories**: Card Game, Party Game, Real-time - **Mechanics**: Negotiation, Real-Time, Set Collection, Trading ## Verdict A fun and frantic chaos for those looking to play with a crowd and love the Batman universe.Super fast gameplayConstant social interactionIconic DC themeEasy to learnMight get too loudRequires quick reflexesRECOMMENDED ## Description Get your evil plans ready, because Gotham City is about to descend into absolute chaos! In Batman: Gotham City Sem Lei, you aren't the hero of this story; you are the supervillain trying to climb the underworld hierarchy. The goal is simple, but the execution is pure adrenaline: you must dominate the city's districts by recruiting experienced villains to increase your influence. The first player to reach 10 influence points secures the title of Batman's greatest enemy and wins the game. The gameplay is heavily inspired by the classic game Pit, meaning speed is your best friend (or your worst enemy). Forget about that boring wait for your neighbor's turn; here, everyone acts simultaneously! The core mechanic revolves around frantic negotiations and simultaneous card trading. You will desperately need to collect a set of five villains of the same type to control a district. If you manage to pull it off, in addition to gaining influence, you also unlock your villain's special power, which can completely flip the game on its head. But watch out: the underworld is ruthless. If you fall behind and fail to complete your sets, Arkham Asylum will be waiting with open arms, and losing influence is the price of failure. It is a fast-paced, loud card game packed with social interaction, where knowing exactly when to negotiate (or when to bluff your friend next to you) makes all the difference. If you enjoy party games that involve quick thinking and a heavy-hitting pop culture theme, this is your next obsession for game nights with the crew. ## How to Play Game Objective In Batman: Gotham City Underworld, you are an aspiring supervillain trying to dominate districts of Gotham City while escaping Batman. The objective is to be the first to reach 10 influence points by controlling villains and districts. Beware: if your influence or health points reach zero, you will be sent to Arkham Asylum and lose the game! Preparation (Setup) Each player receives: 1 Arkham Asylum card (health points) 1 Gotham City card (influence) Clips to mark starting points Separate districts and villain cards according to the number of players: Villains: 1 set more than players (e.g., 3 players = 4 sets) Districts: 1 less than players (e.g., 6 players = 5 districts) Shuffle the Batman, Joker, and chosen villain cards, distributing them face down (there may be different quantities per player). Return unused components to the box. Place the districts and the Bat-Signal in plain sight of everyone, with the Bat-Signal in front of the dealer. Game Flow There are no fixed turns! Everyone plays simultaneously: Card trades: Announce how many cards you want to trade (e.g., "Two, two, two!") and find someone who wants to trade the same amount. Trades are secret and must involve the same number of cards. District domination: When a player forms 5 cards of the same villain, they can discreetly take a district. From then on, anyone can take districts (even without 5 identical cards). End of round: When all districts are taken, reveal cards and resolve superpower, Bat-Signal, and scoring effects. Actions and How to Play Card Trades Negotiate freely with other players, always trading the same number of cards. Example: If you announce "Three," you must receive and give 3 cards. Villain Superpowers Harley Quinn: With the Joker's district or a Joker card in hand, opponents lose 1 influence. Penguin: +1 influence (max. 2 total points). Two-Face: Flip a coin: Heads = +1 health; Scratched Head = +1 influence. Catwoman: Immune to hero/villain penalties. Poison Ivy: +1 health point. Mr. Freeze: Keeps the district for an extra round. Riddler: Activates the power of the 6th card in hand (if any). Bane: Opponents lose 1 health. Joker/Batman: Lose 1 health or influence (see manual). Bat-Signal When the last district is taken, the player to the right of whoever has the Bat-Signal chooses to lose 1 health or influence. The Bat-Signal passes to the left whenever possible. End of Game and Scoring The game ends when: A player reaches 10 influence points (victory). Someone reaches zero influence: the player with the most influence wins. Someone reaches zero health: the player with the most influence wins. Ties are decided by health points or the Two-Face coin. Scoring Table 5 identical cards + district: +1 influence (except Joker's district). 5 identical cards without district: 0. Different cards + district: 0. Different cards without district: -1 influence. Harley Quinn + Joker's district: scores normally. Tips for Winning Focus on gathering 5 cards of the same villain quickly to take a district first. Pay attention to the Bat-Signal — passing it to the left avoids penalties. Use superpowers strategically: Penguin and Harley Quinn are great for gaining influence. ## FAQ ### How long does a game take? It's very quick! On average, you'll be done in 20 to 30 minutes. ### How many players can play? It shines with larger groups, accommodating from 4 to 7 players. ### Is it a difficult game? Not at all! The rules are simple and the focus is on speed and trading, making it perfect for casual play. ### Do I need to know English? No, the game is very intuitive and easy to pick up regardless of language. ### What is the recommended age? Since it's a fast-paced card game with a comic book theme, it works great for teens and adults. ### Is it very competitive? Yes, but in a fun way! 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