# Mushroom Sort

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2025
- **BGG Rating**: 6.9
- **BGG Rank**: #16233
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Muneyuki Yokouchi (横内宗幸)
- **Artists**: Osamu Inoue (井上磨)
- **Publishers**: Ayatsurare Ningyoukan
- **Categories**: Card Game, Puzzle
- **Mechanics**: Closed Drafting, Deduction, Set Collection, Turn Order: Progressive

## Verdict
If you enjoy quick games that test your ability to read others and build combinations, Mushroom Sort is a sure bet! It's that light game with decisions that truly matter.Fast and engagingDeduction and strategyEasy to learnDraft interactionLuck in the drawCan feel repetitiveRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get your pot ready and sharpen your mushroom senses in Mushroom Sort! This super-fast card game is a delicious blend of set collection and deduction, with a Poker-like twist that will keep you thinking. The goal? To create the tastiest mushroom soup, of course! You'll be working with 32 cards, each featuring a color and a value from 1 to 8. The brilliant twist is that the mushroom's color is visible on the back of the card, giving you valuable clues to guess what your opponents are up to. At the start of each round, you'll receive some cards, choose one to play face down in the center, and keep the rest. Then, a draft kicks off where you'll grab cards from other players' tables, placing a token to mark your territory. The final token can go on a central card. After that, the chosen cards go into your hand, and the magic happens: you compare your hand with others, just like in Poker, looking for combinations like pairs, straights, or even a lovely mushroom Full House! Whoever has the strongest and second-strongest hand scores points. Play a number of rounds equal to the number of players, and the one with the highest total score at the end wins the title of Mushroom Master Chef!

Mushroom Sort is perfect for those who enjoy games with few rules but significant strategic depth. It's quick, engaging, and with each game, you'll learn a bit more about reading your friends. If you like games that mix luck and skill, with that good tension of a draft and the satisfaction of building the best combination, this game is for you. It's a great choice to warm up the evening or play quickly before a longer session. Prepare for a light experience, but with decisions that truly make a difference!

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for Mushroom Sort?
A game of Mushroom Sort takes about 30 minutes, making it perfect for those short on time or who want to play multiple rounds in one evening.

### How many players can play?
The game is designed for 2 to 4 players, ensuring fun in both head-to-head duels and slightly larger groups.

### Is the game complicated to learn?
No! Mushroom Sort is very easy to pick up. The rules are simple, and you'll be playing and deducing within minutes.

### Do I need to know how to play Poker to understand it?
It's not necessary! The hand comparison is inspired by Poker, but the rules are explained in the rulebook and are quite straightforward. The focus is on mushroom collection.

### What comes in the box?
The game includes 32 mushroom cards and wooden tokens to indicate card ownership.

### Who do you recommend Mushroom Sort for?
We recommend it for those looking for a light, fast-paced game with good interaction and a touch of deduction. Great for families, couples, or friends who want something fun and strategic without the complexity.

### Is there a lot of luck involved?
There's an element of luck in drawing cards, but the drafting strategy and deducing what other players are doing are crucial for victory.