# Space Beans

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1999
- **BGG Rating**: 6.1
- **BGG Rank**: #5741
- **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 40 min
- **Weight**: 1.38 / 5
- **Designers**: Uwe Rosenberg
- **Artists**: Björn Pertoft
- **Publishers**: AMIGO, Mercurio, Midgaard Games, Rio Grande Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Open Drafting, Set Collection

## Verdict
If you love Bohnanza but want something quicker and without trading, Space Beans is for you. Perfect for casual play with friends!Fast and easy to learnGreat for families and beginnersFun space themeLimited direct player interactionMay lack depth for veteransRECOMMENDED

## Description
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.

## FAQ
### 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.

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