Space Beans

AMIGO, Mercurio, Midgaard Games · Board game · 1999

5.0 Ludopedia 6.1 BGG 2–6 · best 3 40 min Weight 1.4/5

Buy · from US$ 9.45

5.0 rating Ludopedia

6.1 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 9.45

Our Verdict

RECOMMENDED

If you love Bohnanza but want something quicker and without trading, Space Beans is for you. Perfect for casual play with friends!

Highlights

Fast and easy to learn
Great for families and beginners
Fun space theme

Keep in mind

Limited direct player interaction
May lack depth for veterans

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Space Beans is the space-themed, simplified version of the classic Bohnanza, perfect for those who want a quick and fun experience without the complexity of trading. Here, the goal is to collect 30 trophy points by forming sets of space beans — you can have one public set (face-up) and one secret set (face-down). The gameplay is straightforward: draw beans, add them to your sets if you have matching cards, and then pass your entire hand to the next player. When a set has the right number of beans (matching the number on one of the cards), you cash it in for points! For example: three violet beans, one of which has the number 3, are worth 3 points. The game is ideal for fans of light strategy and indirect interaction, as there’s no direct trading between players.