# Lunch Money

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1996
- **BGG Rating**: 5.6
- **BGG Rank**: #19681
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 1.51 / 5
- **Designers**: Charlie Wiedman, John Nephew
- **Artists**: Andrew Yates
- **Publishers**: Atlas Games, NekoCorp
- **Categories**: Card Game, Fighting
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Take That

## Verdict
Want a fast and no-frills card duel? Lunch Money delivers fun competition with an unusual theme and plenty of interaction!Quick and direct gameplayHigh player interactionQuirky and fun themeTheme might bother someGame is quite 'aggressive'FOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready for a playground brawl with Lunch Money! Forget cuteness, because things get serious here: the goal is to be the last player standing after sending your opponents to the ground with moves like 'Poke in the Eye' and 'Humiliation.' The theme might be a bit peculiar – kids fighting over lunch money – but don't be fooled. Behind this facade lies a fast-paced and straightforward card game.

Each player starts with a sum of money and a hand of cards. On your turn, you'll use cards to attack others, defend yourself, or even recover some of your own money. Hand management is crucial: knowing which cards to hold onto and when to unleash that devastating move can be the difference between being the playground champion or sitting out the fight. The interaction is high, with many 'Take That' cards that go directly to your opponent. 

With quick games lasting about 20 minutes and simple pick-up-and-play rules, Lunch Money is perfect for those seeking a dose of chaotic fun and a bit of friendly 'aggression.' It's not a game for the faint of heart, but for those who enjoy a fierce competition and don't mind taking and dishing out virtual 'punches.' It's a game that proves not everything simple has to be silly. If you enjoy a good card duel with a touch of dark humor and plenty of taunting, Lunch Money might be your next pick.

## FAQ
### How many players can play Lunch Money?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players.

### How long does a game usually take?
Games are quite fast, typically lasting around 20 minutes.

### Is the game difficult to learn?
No, the rules are very simple and easy to grasp. You'll be playing in just a few minutes!

### What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is to be the last player with money, by eliminating others through card attacks.

### Do I need to know English to play?
The game has very little text on the cards and is easily memorizable, so language dependency is minimal.

### Is this a game for children?
Although the theme involves children, the mechanics and 'aggressive' interaction are more suitable for teenage and adult players who enjoy a more direct and competitive game.

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