# Calculators

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 3-4
- **Duration**: 20-45 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Zoë Cappallo
- **Publishers**: (Web published)
- **Categories**: Card Game, Math
- **Mechanics**: Trick-taking

## Verdict
If you enjoy card games with a mathematical twist, Calculators is a blast. It's quick, challenging, and perfect for game nights.Creative blend of tricks and mathFast and easy to learnPlayable with a standard deckRequires basic comfort with calculationsMay frustrate number-averse playersFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Calculators is a card game for 3 or 4 players that blends classic trick-taking with a fun mathematical twist. Over four rounds, players not only compete for tricks but also decide which mathematical operation (multiplication, addition, or subtraction) will be applied between rounds. In the end, each player will have a small expression like '4 x (-3) + 2 - 1', and the result (whether positive or negative!) determines the winner. You can play with a standard deck, but marking the Jacks (worth -3) and 5s (worth +2) might help keep track. Perfect for those who enjoy a quick, brainy challenge without sacrificing fun.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
3 to 4 players.

### How long does a game take?
Between 20 and 45 minutes, depending on players' speed.

### Does it need special components?
No, you can play with a standard deck, but marking Jacks and 5s helps.

### Is it hard to learn?
No, the rules are simple, but the challenge lies in the mathematical strategies.

### Who is this game for?
For those who enjoy card games with a brainy twist and aren't afraid of numbers.