# Catfé

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 6.7
- **BGG Rank**: #17746
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 5-20 min
- **Weight**: 1.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Paula Bugueño
- **Artists**: Paula Bugueño
- **Publishers**: Meeple Angel, Neptuno Games, Pudú Juegos
- **Categories**: Animals, Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Set Collection, Take That

## Verdict
An adorable card game that packs a surprising punch of competitive mischief!Fast and snappy gameplaySuper cute cat themePerfect for quick sessionsHigh player interaction/sabotageCan be mean to opponentsRECOMMENDED

## Description
Grab your apron and sharpen your claws, because the Catfé kitchen is heating up! Moka, a master cat baker, has been so successful with her cat-themed coffee shop that she can't keep up with the massive demand. What started as a sweet dream has turned into a fierce culinary competition to see who can become the ultimate chef.

The goal is straightforward but requires a sharp mind: you need to be the first to collect a set of delicious desserts to impress Moka. In a 2 or 3-player game, you're aiming for 4 desserts; for 4 or 5 players, the bar rises to 5. But watch out—don't get too predictable! If you collect too many of the same kind of dessert, Moka will lose interest, and you'll lose the game. It's all about finding that sweet spot between speed and variety.

If you enjoy a bit of mischief, you're in for a treat! This isn't just about cooking; it's about making sure the other chefs don't outshine you. With 'Take That' mechanics, you can sabotage your opponents' kitchens to secure your spot at the top. To keep things fresh, Catfé includes alternative game modes: in 'Mokaccino' mode, it's a battle of survival where players are eliminated one by one until only one champion remains. In the 'Irish Coffee' mode, the focus shifts to point collection, offering a more strategic layer of risk and reward.

Catfé is a fast-paced, light, and highly dynamic experience, perfect for a quick 20-minute session before dinner or to spice up a social gathering. It's cute, it's competitive, and most importantly, it's a blast. Do you have what it takes to master the menu, or will you end up as kitty treats?

## FAQ
### How long does a game take?
Super quick! Usually between 5 and 20 minutes.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all. The rules are simple and the game moves very fast.

### Do I need to know English?
Not really. It's very visual and has very little text dependency.

### Is it very competitive?
Yes! With sabotage mechanics, get ready to mess with your friends.

### Who is this for?
For anyone looking for a cute, fast filler with high player interaction.

### How many players can play?
2 to 5 players, working great in any setup.