# Nirvana

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 6.5
- **BGG Rank**: #11875
- **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 3, 4)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 1.50 / 5
- **Designers**: Chikasuzu (ちかすず)
- **Publishers**: Korea Boardgames
- **Categories**: Dice
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Ladder Climbing, Paper-and-Pencil, Variable Set-up

## Verdict
If you enjoy light games with a mix of strategy and randomness, Nirvana is a blast. It's the kind of game you teach in 5 minutes and play with any group!Easy-to-learn mechanicsFast and dynamic gameplayHigh replayability with included expansionGreat for mixed groupsMay be too random for heavy strategy fansRequires translation for non-English playersRECOMMENDED

## Description
Nirvana is a fun mix of dice rolling and card game where you need to get rid of all your 'cards' first to win. The game starts with everyone rolling dice and jotting down the values on their sheets, tweaking the numbers a bit if they want. Then, they sum up the columns to form their 'cards'. In the second phase, it's Daifugō-style play: the first player throws a combination, and others try to beat it or pass. The first to run out of cards reaches Nirvana (and victory!). The game has a bit of strategy in adjusting dice and choosing when to play or pass, but it's light enough for anyone to pick up quickly. Replayability comes with a card expansion that changes the rules each game, so no risk of getting repetitive.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
2 to 6 players, great for small or medium groups.

### How long does a game take?
About 20 minutes on average, perfect for a quick match or several in a row.

### Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! The game is very simple, even beginners will pick it up fast.

### Is language-dependent?
Yes, the original material is in English, so non-English players will need a translation.

### Is it good for heavy gamers?
If you love complex strategy, you might find it too light. But it's a great option to unwind between heavier games.