# In Front of the Elevators

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2019
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #2728
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 20-40 min
- **Weight**: 1.39 / 5
- **Designers**: Saashi
- **Artists**: Hubert Ronek, Takako Takarai
- **Publishers**: Saashi & Saashi, Cacahuete Games, CMON Global Limited, Muduko, Popcorn Games, Well Designed Game
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Area Majority / Influence, Hand Management

## Verdict
Perfect for those who love fast-paced card games with direct interaction; the 'family chaos' theme is hilarious.Dynamic positioning mechanicsFunny and relatable themeQuick and fluid gameplayEasy to learn rulesInteraction can be aggressiveLuck of the drawRECOMMENDED

## Description
Ever experienced that department store chaos during a big sale, where nobody respects the line and everyone is rushing to get somewhere? That's the exact vibe of In Front of the Elevators! In this game, you and your friends control entire families desperately trying to squeeze into the elevators of a crowded store. The catch? Space is limited, and politeness has gone out the window: it's total mayhem.

The game is a frantic battle for positioning. You must use your family members' unique abilities to manipulate the queue. Some are masters of 'cutting in line' without any shame, while 'lost children' create unexpected shifts in the order. Your goal is to maneuver your relatives to the front so they can squeeze into the elevator before the doors slam shut. If you manage to get a family member onto the elevator heading to their favorite floor, you're in luck: your points for that person are doubled!

However, keep an eye on the social dynamics: if three friends find each other in line, they decide that shopping can wait and head to the café instead, removing themselves from the board. The game is played over three fast-paced rounds, with scoring happening at the end of each one. The player with the highest total score after the three rounds is crowned the winner. It's a light game with moderate strategic depth and high player interaction, as you'll constantly be trying to push other players' relatives back to make room for your own. If you enjoy card games with a bit of mischief and funny, relatable themes, this is the perfect pick to liven up your game night.

## FAQ
### Is the game complex?
Not at all! It's very accessible with a low weight, meaning you'll learn the rules quickly and start cutting in line in no time.

### How long does a game take?
It's quite fast, usually between 20 to 40 minutes, depending on how much time you spend laughing at the chaos.

### How many players can join?
From 2 to 4 players. It works well in any configuration, but with 4, the queue mayhem is even better.

### Is it suitable for family game night?
Yes, but be warned: since the game is all about 'cutting in line', it might spark some funny arguments among relatives!

### What happens when friend cards cluster together?
If three friends find each other, they leave the line to go to the café, removing themselves from that round's competition.

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