# Karuba: The Card Game

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 6.3
- **BGG Rank**: #6418
- **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 10-15 min
- **Weight**: 1.35 / 5
- **Designers**: Rüdiger Dorn
- **Artists**: Claus Stephan
- **Publishers**: HABA, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd.
- **Categories**: Adventure, Card Game, Puzzle
- **Mechanics**: Pattern Building, Simultaneous Action Selection, Tile Placement

## Verdict
A perfect filler of paths and treasures for those seeking speed and light strategy.Dynamic and very fastEasy to learnGreat for familiesCompact and portableMight be too short for someRelies on card luckRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get your explorer spirit ready, because the jungle is calling! In Karuba: The Card Game, you won't just be trekking through the wild; you'll need to be incredibly sharp to avoid getting lost among so many paths. The goal is simple yet tricky: guide your adventurers with precision so they can reach the temples and collect valuable treasures. But hold on, the competition is fierce! 

The action kicks off with a dynamic card duel. Each turn, everyone simultaneously selects two cards from their hand, trying to be as efficient as possible. If you end up with the lowest sum of values, prepare for a setback, as you'll lose a card from your hand. Once that tension subsides, the real fun begins: it's time to use your remaining cards to build a network of paths. You'll need to place these cards strategically, creating the perfect route to connect your adventurers to the most lucrative temples. 

It's a pattern-building and tile-placement game that looks light but demands real attention so your opponents don't outmaneuver you. The player who builds the best map and accumulates the most points from treasures and temples will be the expedition's grand winner. It's fast, frenetic, and the perfect companion for a quick filler between heavy games, or even to teach younger players how to play with strategy. If you love quick card games that make you think without requiring a massive rulebook, Karuba is your next destination!

## FAQ
### How long does a game take?
It's super quick! On average, a game lasts between 10 to 15 minutes.

### What is the recommended age?
Since it's very intuitive, it works great for both kids and adults.

### Is the game very complex?
Not at all! It's a light card game that requires attention to patterns.

### How many players can play?
2 to 6 players can have fun in the jungle.

### What do I need to do to win?
You need to be strategic in card selection and path building to score the most points.

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