Café International: Das Kartenspiel

Get ready for a streamlined, less cluttered version of the classic Café International! Instead of a board packed with tokens, the action here all happens on cards. The goal is simple: fill the café tables with the most stylish guests, ensuring each table has a touch of exclusivity with only one nationality present. If you manage to maintain this harmony, bonuses will come your way!

Each round, you'll take a look at the cards in your hand and decide where your guests will sit. Placing one, two, or even three customers at once can score points, but the real magic happens when you manage to create combinations. Pay attention to neighboring tables: sometimes, a strategic invitation can trigger an unexpected cascade of points, especially as tables fill up and are removed to make way for new ones.

The game is quick and to the point. With five table cards laid out, forming the setting for our café, you and the other players will take turns positioning your guests. Hand management is crucial: what cards do you have? Which ones do you need? And most importantly, when do you play that valuable card to secure points or disrupt an opponent?

Café International: Das Kartenspiel is a great choice for those who enjoy a light game with a strategic touch that doesn't take up much space on the table or in your bag. It's perfect for a quick game before something heavier or for relaxing with friends and family. The interaction is subtle but present, and the race to fill tables and secure bonuses keeps everyone engaged.