# Faux Gold

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2
- **Duration**: 20-40 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: David Karesh, Srinivas Vasudevan
- **Publishers**: (Web published)
- **Categories**: Card Game, Math
- **Mechanics**: Trick-taking

## Verdict
Fans of card games with a creative twist will love Faux Gold. The trick-taking mechanic comes alive with a personality-filled alchemy theme.Unique and well-executed themeSimple yet strategic mechanicsGreat for quick duelsLimited to two playersMight be too chaotic for someFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
In *Faux Gold*, you and another alchemist apprentice are tired of life in the lab and decide to smuggle valuable ingredients to sell on the black market. But beware: the chemistry here is as confusing as your ethics! The game is a *trick-taker* where the lead player must play a specific suit, while the other can play any card. The fun lies in the crazy combinations that can change the lead suit, reverse card strengths, or even set a surprise trump. Each match is a race to see who can walk away with the most 'gold' before the master alchemist catches on. Perfect for fans of card games with a touch of controlled chaos and a unique theme.

## FAQ
### How many cards are in the game?
The game hasn't been released yet, so the exact card count isn't available.

### What's the recommended age?
No official info yet, but based on theme and mechanics, it should suit teens and adults.

### Does it require advanced math?
No, the math involved is very basic - the focus is on card strategy.

### Is it good to play with kids?
Depends on the kid! The alchemy theme could be fun, but some mechanics might be complex.

### Are there planned expansions?
No information about expansions for this game yet.