# CoverUp: Volcarna

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Rob Sparks
- **Artists**: Jorge Tabanera Redondo
- **Publishers**: PIKA Games
- **Categories**: Card Game

## Verdict
A fast-paced dragon and lava duel perfect for quick action.Fast and intense duelsAgile card mechanicsHigh replayability with variable mapsEpic dragon themeStrictly for two playersVery short playtimeRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for volcanic chaos in CoverUp: Volcarna! If you love fast-paced, strategic duels with a heavy dose of adrenaline, this is your game. Forget the idea of slow, drawn-out dragon games; here, things heat up between fiery vents and lightning-cracked spires. The goal is simple but requires pure cunning: you command a fearsome dragon and must amass the largest hoard of gems over eight intense rounds. But don't think it's just about collecting shiny stones! You'll need to strategically overlap reinforcement cards to grow your wealth while simultaneously trying to bury your opponent under layers of lava. The battlefield is ever-changing, with caverns that shift every game, ensuring no two duels are ever the same. You can use the flames to incinerate your rival's gems or exploit the volcano's winding tunnels to trap their dragon and protect your own. It's a quick-to-learn yet fierce-to-master duel of skill and wits. If you enjoy direct confrontation card games where every decision could mean total victory or complete disaster, CoverUp: Volcarna will keep you hooked from start to finish. It's a battle of wits and survival right in the heart of the mountain!

## FAQ
### How long does a game take?
It's super quick! On average, you'll finish in about 20 minutes.

### Can I play with more than 2 players?
Nope, this one is strictly a head-to-head duel for 2 players.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! You'll pick up the rules in no time and start playing.

### What is the main goal?
To amass the largest gem hoard or trap your opponent.

### Does the board change?
Yes! The caverns change every game, so it never gets repetitive.