Junkie is a 25‑card card game designed for three players who enjoy a quick 3‑20 minute burst of pure action. The deck contains 24 cards numbered 1‑24, each marked with either dark or white chocolate, and a score card that tracks who has ‘died’. Each game starts by dealing eight cards to each player, leaving room for strategy and surprise.

The trick‑taking mechanic is simple yet nuanced: in each round, the three players play a card; the one who plays the middle‑ranked card (the second highest) takes the trick and leads the next. This forces players to think not just about the highest value, but about what will be useful for winning the next trick. After eight tricks, the difference between the dark and white chocolate collected determines each player’s happiness points.

The goal is to avoid dying: the player who accumulates more than eight happiness points ‘dies’ and is out of the round. The game continues until only one player remains alive, and the one with the highest happiness score among the survivors wins. In a tie, the most boisterous player takes the win, adding a humorous and unpredictable twist.

Junkie blends speed, card‑control strategy, and a delicious chocolate theme, making it perfect for those who enjoy trick‑taking games with a touch of humor and fierce competition. The small deck and trick‑taking mechanic make it easy to learn, while the ‘death’ dynamic adds tension to every play. Ideal for groups looking for a short, intense experience with a theme that pleases everyone.

If you love card games that require attention to card values and enjoy seeing who stays calm while the competition heats up, Junkie is a fun and accessible choice. Grab the deck, gather three friends, and let chocolate decide who stays in the game!