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Our Verdict
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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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.
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Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
AMIGO, Mercurio, Midgaard Games, Rio Grande Games
Designer
Uwe Rosenberg
Artist
Björn Pertoft
How many players can play?
2 to 6 players, great for small or medium groups.
How long does a game take?
About 40 minutes, perfect for a quick session.
Is it hard to learn?
Nope! Rules are simple, great for beginners.
Do I need to know Bohnanza first?
No, Space Beans is standalone and simpler.
Is there language dependency?
No, cards use icons and numbers, no critical text.