La Bagarre

La Bagarre

L'Étroit Frère · Board game · 2026
2–12 5–20 min
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy fast-paced and action-packed games, you'll love La Bagarre. The highlight is the simplicity of the rules combined with strategic depth.

Highlights
  • Simple and quick rules
  • Constant player interaction
  • Unique Hero abilities
Keep in mind
  • Player elimination can be frustrating
  • Luck of the draw dependency
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About the game

What you do in a play session

La Bagarre is a fast-paced, action-packed brawl where you take on the role of arena fighters like ogres, mages, or spies. Using a standard 54-card deck (including Jokers), each player represents their combatant on the table with two vertical cards for Health Points (HP), one horizontal card for a Shield, and an optional Hero card that grants asymmetric abilities. On your turn, you announce your target and action, draw the top card of the central deck, and apply its value. You can choose to Attack an opponent, Change your Shield, or Charge your next attack. Combat is modified by special mechanics like bonus turns on kills, top-deck foresight when reduced to 1 HP, and unique Hero abilities. To win, you must be the last fighter standing in the arena. When a player's HP drops to zero, they are eliminated and discard their setup. The last remaining player wins the match.

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–12 players
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Game details

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Crowdfunding: Ulule
Publisher L'Étroit Frère
Designer (Uncredited)

Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
How many players can participate?
From 2 to 12 players.
What is the average duration of a match?
Between 5 and 20 minutes.
Is the game complex?
No, the rules are simple and easy to learn.
What are the game components?
A standard 54-card deck (including Jokers).
Who is this game recommended for?
For those who enjoy fast-paced, action-packed games with player interaction.