# Bremen

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2016
- **BGG Rating**: 6.4
- **BGG Rank**: #18660
- **Players**: 3-4
- **Duration**: 20-30 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: S. Ando
- **Artists**: Rocinante Urabe, 別府さい (Sai Beppu)
- **Publishers**: uchibacoya, (Web published)
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Solo / Solitaire Game, Trick-taking

## Verdict
If you love fast, cooperative card games with a twist, Bremen’s a hidden gem!Trick‑taking funCooperative vibeFast‑paced actionCreative scoringSolo‑friendlyLearning curveLimited playersShort durationHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Bremen, originally released as The Torite, is a cooperative card game that uses a 52‑card deck with the suit of each card visible on the back. In a four‑player game, each player is dealt 13 cards, but only 12 tricks are played – the last card in each hand remains as a reserve. The "must‑follow" rule requires players to follow the suit led; spades is always trump, so the highest spade wins the trick, and if no spades are played, the highest card of the led suit wins. The goal isn’t to accumulate points but to reach a specific trick distribution: 6 tricks for one player, 4 for another, 2 for a third, and 0 for the last. Additionally, the remaining cards in each hand must be of different suits – ensuring each player has a card of each suit in reserve. The final score depends on the difference between the remaining card of the player who took 6 tricks and that of the player who took 0 tricks; the larger the difference, the better. Bremen also offers solo variants for 1, 2, or 3 players, keeping the same cooperative trick‑taking mechanics. For those who enjoy quick (20‑30 minute) games and strategic card challenges, Bremen provides a fresh experience with simple yet deep rules, and the option to play in a team or solo. The latest edition can even replace cards with wooden animal miniatures, adding a visual flair to the game.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
Bremen is designed for 3 to 4 players, but also offers solo variants for 1, 2, or 3 people.

### How long does a game last?
A typical game takes between 20 and 30 minutes, depending on player experience.

### What components are included?
The game comes with a 52‑card deck with visible suits on the back, and newer editions may feature wooden animal miniatures that replace the cards.

### What is the difficulty level?
Bremen has a medium difficulty; it requires attention to trick rules and careful management of remaining cards.

### Can it be played solo?
Yes, there are solo variants that keep the cooperative mechanics in a single‑player setting.

### How does scoring work?
Scoring is based on the difference between the remaining card of the player who took 6 tricks and that of the player who took 0 tricks; the larger the difference, the better the result.