# SET

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1988
- **BGG Rating**: 6.5
- **BGG Rank**: #1882
- **Players**: 1-20 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.65 / 5
- **Designers**: Marsha J. Falco
- **Artists**: Franz Vohwinkel, John Langdon
- **Publishers**: Set Enterprises, Inc., 999 Games, AMIGO, Brain Games, Broadway Toys LTD, Compaya.hu: Gamer Café Kft., Copag Cards (Copag), CreativaMente, Devir, Enigma (Bergsala Enigma), Esdevium, F.X. Schmid, G3, Galápagos Jogos, Gigamic, Goliath Games, Hobby Japan, HomoLudicus, Kaissa Chess & Games, Korea Boardgames, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Nordic Games ehf, PlayMonster, Ravensburger AG, Swan Panasia Co., Ltd., TWOPLUS Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Puzzle
- **Mechanics**: Pattern Recognition, Real-Time, Speed Matching

## Verdict
If you love a fast‑paced brain teaser that sparks instant competition, Set delivers the thrill.Rapid visual pattern spottingSimple rules, deep playGreat for large groupsShort rounds, high replayRequires constant focusMisidentifications can stingLacks thematic depthHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Set is a classic card game that puts visual perception on fast‑track. Each card displays one to three symbols, varying in color (green, purple, red), shape (oval, diamond, squiggle), shading (solid, striped, outline) and number. The goal is to spot groups of three cards that are either all the same or all different in each attribute. When a player spots such a trio, they shout "Set!" and claim the three cards; a mistake means they lose the right to claim until someone else succeeds. After each claim, the dealer replenishes the layout with three more cards, always keeping at least twelve face up. If no set is visible, three more cards are added until a set appears. Play continues until the deck is exhausted, and the player with the most sets wins. The game runs in real‑time, with everyone acting simultaneously, making pattern‑recognition speed crucial. It accommodates 1‑20 players and finishes in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for parties, coffee‑breakes, or as a warm‑up before longer games. Learning takes under five minutes, yet it hones observation, logical thinking, and mental quickness, and it even offers a solitaire mode for solo play. For these reasons, despite its simplicity, Set remains one of the most awarded and beloved games for fans of rapid, brain‑teasing challenges.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
From 1 up to 20 players, making it perfect for parties or large gatherings.

### How long does a game last?
Approximately 30 minutes, though speed of play can shorten or extend it slightly.

### What is the game's complexity?
Very low – the basic rule can be learned in under five minutes.

### What components are included?
A deck of 81 cards, each showing a combination of color, shape, shading and number.

### Is it suitable for kids?
Yes, recommended for ages 8+, though the fast pace may be challenging for younger children.

### Can I play solo?
Absolutely, there’s a solo mode where you try to find as many sets as possible before the deck runs out.

### Are there official expansions?
No official expansions exist; the base game already provides ample variety.

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