# CardRunners

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2023
- **BGG Rating**: 6.3
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2
- **Duration**: 30-45 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Travis D. Hill
- **Publishers**: Press Pot Games
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Hand Management

## Verdict
If you love cyberpunk vibes and tight teamwork, this game’s your next pick!Action and strategy blendFuturistic artFast gameplayEngaging cyberpunk themeLimited strategic depthShort time may not satisfy those who seek long sessionsRequires focus on cardsHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
CardRunners is a 55‑card game for two players, where each takes on the role of a cyberpunk trying to crack the access codes of five buildings before the system crashes or the police arrive. The board is a 3x3 grid of buildings, each with a specific set of codes. Meanwhile, cards are played, folded, and swapped from a central row, and players must assemble the correct combinations to infiltrate each building. It’s a blend of hand management, recipe fulfillment, and corporate sabotage, all in a fast 30‑to‑45‑minute pace. When a player assembles the right combination, they immediately take down the building. After five buildings are infiltrated, the team wins. If the police arrive first, the game ends in defeat. The game has a moderate learning curve, as players must remember the combination rules and use their hand strategically. The futuristic art, cyberpunk theme, and cooperative mechanics make the experience immersive and fun for those who enjoy team challenges and dystopian settings.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
The game is designed for 2 players only.

### How long does a game last?
30 to 45 minutes, depending on the players’ experience.

### What is the difficulty level?
Medium, with a moderate learning curve thanks to hand‑management and code‑combination mechanics.

### What components are included?
55 cards, a 3x3 board, police and system tokens, a timer marker, and rulebook.

### Who is the game best suited for?
Cyberpunk fans, cooperative‑game lovers, and anyone who enjoys quick, tactical challenges.

### Are there expansions or variants?
No official expansion yet, but the designer posts rule updates online.