For-Ex

Hollandspiele · Board game · 2017
2–6 · best 4 90 min Weight 3.6/5
6.9 rating Ludopedia
6.3 rating BGG
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6.9 rating Ludopedia
6.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

If you enjoy a finance game that makes you think and plan long-term, For-Ex is for you! It's an economic challenge that rewards pure strategy.

Highlights
  • Deep financial strategy
  • No luck, only decisions
  • Long-term contracts
  • Financial butterfly effect
Keep in mind
  • Rules are a bit dense
  • Requires constant attention
  • Can seem opaque
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a game that throws you into the frantic world of international finance! In For-Ex, you become a market shark, manipulating currencies and making contracts to rake in serious profits. The stakes are high: each currency's value is relative to others, and these rates constantly fluctuate based on your moves (and those of the other sharks!).

The main trick is to set up currency exchange contracts (X for Y) to be settled several rounds later. The genius move? The contract is honored at the rate you originally agreed upon, even if the exchange rate has gone wild in the meantime. See the potential? You can even make contracts for money you don't have yet and take out loans to give yourself a temporary boost, but be careful not to drown before the loan comes due!

There's zero luck involved here, my friend. Every move on the board is pure strategy and a direct consequence of everyone's decisions. The game ends when someone goes belly-up (bankruptcy!) or when the last dividend has been paid. At that point, whoever has the most cash in the strongest currency wins it all. It's a dense game that demands attention and makes you think about every step, like a financial butterfly effect. If you enjoy a challenge and aren't afraid of a few spreadsheets or learning some more complex rules, For-Ex might be your new addiction.

Rules videos

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–6 players
2 OK
3 REC
4 BEST
5 OK
6 OK

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Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena
Publisher Hollandspiele
Designer Amabel Holland

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions
What is the average game time?
The game generally takes about 90 minutes to complete, but this can vary depending on player experience and the number of participants.
How many players can participate?
For-Ex is for 2 to 6 players, and the complexity and market dynamics can change significantly with different player counts.
Is it a difficult game to learn?
The rules themselves aren't prohibitive, but the strategic depth and currency interactions can make it a game that requires a few plays to master. Ludopedia indicates 'Moderate Language Dependency' for this reason.
Is there any luck involved?
Absolutely zero luck! All fluctuations and outcomes stem from the strategic decisions made by the players.
Who do you recommend For-Ex for?
We recommend it for players who enjoy complex economic games, market simulations, and don't mind a bit of financial 'nerdiness.' It's for those who like to think several steps ahead.
Are there many components?
The game's focus is on the mechanics and financial interactions. Expect components that support the market simulation, such as money and markers for currencies and contracts.

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