# Maguro Zukushi

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 7.3
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Takahiro Shinozaki (篠崎　高広)
- **Artists**: でじ (decoctdesign)
- **Publishers**: SHINOJO
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Set Collection

## Verdict
Maguro Zukushi proves sushi and strategy can mix in a two‑player card duel. If you love quick combos and tactical decisions, you’ll fall in love.Fun sushi combosFast, engaging gameplayStrategic head‑to‑head challengeMahjong‑style rules may be confusingNo expansions availableHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Maguro Zukushi is a sushi-themed card game that brings the excitement of mahjong into two‑player duels. At the start, each player receives eleven cards: five are placed face down as your “prep,” and the rest are available for discarding. The goal is to build a winning hand using sets of three identical cards or three pairs, combining your prep with your opponent’s discards. The twist is that, like mahjong, you cannot win with a discard you’ve already thrown away. Scoring depends on the type of sushi used in your sets: some yield higher points than others, so you can aim for a high‑value combo or a lower‑scoring one that the opponent is more likely to discard. A game lasts about 20 minutes and requires strategic focus to decide when to discard and when to hold cards that could form a powerful set. If you enjoy card games that blend speed, strategy, and a touch of Japanese culture, Maguro Zukushi offers tense, fun duels for two players.

## FAQ
### How long does a game of Maguro Zukushi take?
Roughly 20 minutes per game, great for quick play sessions.

### How many players can play?
Designed for exactly two players, making it perfect for head‑to‑head duels.

### What is the complexity level?
Medium; rules are straightforward, but the set‑building strategy requires tactical thinking.

### What components does the game contain?
A deck of sushi cards, a score tracker, and a concise rule sheet.

### Who is the target audience?
Fans of Japanese‑themed card games and players who enjoy fast, strategic duels.

### Are there any expansions?
No official expansions are available.