# No Loose Ends ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2025 - **BGG Rating**: 7.5 - **BGG Rank**: #4305 - **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 40 min - **Weight**: 2.15 / 5 - **Designers**: 新澤 大樹 (Taiki Shinzawa) - **Artists**: 別府さい (Sai Beppu) - **Publishers**: GameHead - **Categories**: Card Game - **Mechanics**: Predictive Bid, Score-and-Reset Game, Trick-taking ## Verdict Card game fans looking for a heist theme will love 'No Loose Ends'! It's a trick-taking game with bidding and a planning element that keeps you thinking.Engaging heist themeCreative bidding mechanicSharp trick-taking strategyCrucial hand planningCan be frustratingInitial learning curveLuck of the drawRECOMMENDED ## Description Alright, folks! Ready for a heist that'll test your cunning? In 'No Loose Ends', you and your crew are planning a bank robbery where every move counts and every piece of evidence could get you busted. It's a trick-taking card game with a twist: you need to make strategic bids about what you'll steal and how you'll cover your tracks. Winning a trick with the right card can help you erase evidence and rack up points. But watch out! Leaving loose ends, meaning exposed evidence or tricks that go off-plan, will cost you dearly and could ruin the heist. Each game is a new chance to perfect the perfect crime, managing your hand of cards and trying to predict the others' moves. Will you be the mastermind behind the robbery, or will you end up ratting out the crew to save yourself? With predictive bidding and score-and-reset mechanics, the game demands careful planning and a bit of bluffing. Perfect for those who enjoy card games with a touch of suspense and strategy, where every decision matters. Get ready to feel the adrenaline of a major heist without leaving your couch! ## FAQ ### What is the average playtime for 'No Loose Ends'? Games typically last around 40 minutes, perfect for a quick and strategic session. ### How many players can join? The game is designed for 2 to 5 players, adapting well to different group sizes. ### Is it a difficult game to learn? The medium weight (2.15/5) suggests the basic rules are accessible, but mastering the bidding and trick-taking strategy requires some practice. ### What is the main objective of the game? The goal is to accumulate the most points by covering evidence and executing the heist plan, avoiding penalties for leaving loose ends. ### Is this a cooperative or competitive game? It's a competitive game, where each player aims to optimize their own heist, despite the 'gang' theme. ### Who is this game best suited for? It's great for those who enjoy card games with trick-taking and bidding mechanics, an engaging crime theme, and a mix of strategy and a bit of luck. ## Price Comparison ### Best Offers in Brazil - **Amazon**: R$ 164,11 (https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B0FKCMDLH1?tag=bgbot26b-20&linkCode=as2) - See all on Compara Jogos: https://www.comparajogos.com.br/item/no-loose-ends ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 14.97 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6522475&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 15.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6376586&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 15.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6394272&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 17.00 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=7068404&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 20.00 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6375899&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 21.50 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6558752&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 23.77 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=6558374&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/86687/no-loose-ends?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com