# Colossal Cat in the Box

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 7.8
- **BGG Rank**: #4834
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 20-40 min
- **Weight**: 2.22 / 5
- **Designers**: Muneyuki Yokouchi (横内宗幸), Ted Alspach
- **Artists**: Osamu Inoue (井上磨)
- **Publishers**: Bézier Games
- **Categories**: Animals, Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Enclosure, Hand Management, Predictive Bid, Trick-taking

## Verdict
If you already love Cat in the Box and want a version that impresses on the table, Colossal is the way to go! It's the same clever game, but with a touch of flair and components that are a joy to handle.Giant, luxurious componentsTwo expansions includedEnhanced tactile experienceTop-notch GameTrayz organizationLarger version, takes more spaceHigher price than originalModerate language dependencyFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready for a colossal feline experience! Colossal Cat in the Box is the souped-up version of the already acclaimed quantum trick-taking game. Think of everything you loved about the original, but now in GIANT size! The cards kept their quality but gained a stylish white border, while the player boards and the central research board got bigger for more comfortable gameplay. The player tokens are translucent and heavy pieces with an incredible look, and even the first player marker has become a giant mini! 

This edition doesn't skimp on luxury: it comes with two brand-new expansions and components that elevate the experience. All of this is organized in GameTrayz inserts, including a cat-shaped one, to keep everything neat in the box. Despite its grand components, the box itself is standard-sized, which is quite an achievement! It's the same quantum trick-taking game you know, but with an impressive table presence and a satisfying tactile feel. If you enjoy the idea of predicting plays and managing your hand of cards intelligently, with a touch of quantum unpredictability, this version will win you over. There's a moderate language dependency, so a translated reference sheet might be helpful to dive right in.

## FAQ
### What's the main difference between Colossal Cat in the Box and the original?
The main difference is the size! Everything is bigger: boards, tokens, box. Additionally, it comes with two expansions and more luxurious components, like the GameTrayz inserts.

### Does the game remain a quantum trick-taking game?
Yes! The core quantum trick-taking mechanic, where you predict and manipulate colors and numbers, is the same. The tactile experience is what changes.

### Is it very difficult to learn?
The complexity is similar to the original game, considered moderate. The rules are clear, but mastering the quantum strategy might take a little time.

### How many people can play?
Colossal Cat in the Box is for 2 to 5 players, just like the original version.

### Does the game time change with the larger components?
The estimated playtime (20-40 minutes) remains the same. Most of the time is spent on decision-making, not on physically manipulating the components.

### Do I need a translation to play?
There's a moderate language dependency, mainly on the cards and rules. Having a translated reference sheet or translated cards is recommended for a smoother experience.