# Reis de Portugal

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2014
- **BGG Rating**: 6.2
- **BGG Rank**: #20100
- **Players**: 2-4
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.20 / 5
- **Designers**: Nuno Bizarro Sentieiro, Paulo Soledade
- **Artists**: Carla Nazareth, Gil d'Orey
- **Publishers**: MESAboardgames
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Trick-taking

## Verdict
Strategy card game fans will love this! Clever mix of hand management and trump mechanics.Unique mechanics and dense gameplayModerate learning curve for beginnersHIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR GENRE FANS WITH CAVEATS

## Description
Reis de Portugal is a card game with three rounds, each featuring a dynasty as trump. The trump dynasty beats others but scores no points, creating strategic balance. Players accumulate points by collecting cards from different dynasties, whose values change per round. Special cards add bonuses or unique effects, like triggering abilities when starting a trick. Hand management is key, as you decide when to use or save cards. The game blends strategy and luck, with a fast pace and dynamic interactions. Perfect for card game enthusiasts, though it may take a few minutes to grasp the rules. Components are simple: a deck of themed king and queen cards, with clear rules. The experience is light, featuring quick turns and decisions that shape outcomes. Moderate complexity, ideal for players familiar with card games. Ludopedia praises its dense gameplay, where every choice matters. The BGG weight is 1.2/5, indicating it’s lighter than average but with solid depth.

## FAQ
### How many players?
2 to 4 players.

### How long does a game take?
30-30 minutes per round, totaling about 1 hour.

### Is it hard to learn?
Moderate. Requires understanding trump rules and hand management, but rules are clear.

### Do I need many components?
No. Just a themed deck and printed rules.

### Who is it best for?
For fans of strategic card games with dynamic interactions.