# Robotrick

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2020
- **BGG Rating**: 7.5
- **BGG Rank**: #2788
- **Players**: 3 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.93 / 5
- **Designers**: Domi (ドミッチ)
- **Artists**: でじ (decoctdesign)
- **Publishers**: The Game Gallery Works, Explor8, Korokorodou
- **Categories**: Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Trick-taking

## Verdict
If you love trick‑taking and a dash of AI unpredictability, Robotrick will hook you from the first round.Fast, tense tricksUnpredictable robotSimple rulesMax three tricksRobo can flip outcomeRECOMMENDED

## Description
Robotrick is a three‑player card game that throws a fourth participant into the mix: a robot named "Robo" acting as an artificial player. The deck consists of four suits numbered 1 to 13, with a designated trump suit that must be followed when possible. Each round is a trick, and as in any trick‑taking game, the highest card of the led suit or the trump wins the trick. The twist lies in Robo's behavior: it follows a preset program that decides whether it plays low or high cards when following suit. Depending on the active program, Robo can be a predictable opponent or a wild card that flips the table. Human players aim to capture up to three of the twelve tricks; winning four or more costs points, so the strategy focuses on controlling the pace and avoiding over‑winning. A typical game lasts about 30 minutes, has very light rules and a low complexity rating (about 2/5), making it perfect for fans of quick card games who also enjoy a dash of technological unpredictability. If you like trick‑taking, watching AI patterns, and carefully managing how many tricks you take, Robotrick offers a short, tense, and twist‑filled experience.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
Exactly three human players, plus the robot acting as a fourth participant.

### How long does a game take?
Around 30 minutes, depending on how quickly players make decisions.

### What is the game's complexity?
It’s light, with a BGG weight of about 2/5, easy to learn and play.

### What components are included?
A 52‑card deck (four suits numbered 1‑13) and the Robo program sheet.

### Who is the game for?
Fans of card games, trick‑taking, and anyone who enjoys facing a simple AI opponent.

### Can you win more than three tricks?
You can, but winning four or more makes you lose points, so you must manage your wins.

### How does Robo's program work?
It follows preset rules that decide whether it plays low or high cards when following suit, changing each game.

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