# Stratego Card Game

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2012
- **BGG Rating**: 5.7
- **BGG Rank**: #23318
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 1.33 / 5
- **Designers**: Nick Hayes
- **Publishers**: Jumbo, Patch Products
- **Categories**: Bluffing, Card Game, Deduction, Fighting, Memory
- **Mechanics**: Memory, Secret Unit Deployment

## Verdict
If you like fast, bluff‑filled duels, the Stratego card version hits the spot.Direct, tense combatSimple rules, short playtimeMemory and deduction blend nicelyLimited strategic depthInitial hand luck mattersRECOMMENDED

## Description
Stratego Card Game captures the core of the classic board game in a fast‑paced, nail‑biting card duel. Each player gets a dedicated deck, shuffles it, and draws eight cards into their hand. From those, five are placed face‑down to form a secret battle line, so nobody knows which unit occupies each slot. At the start of a turn you refill any empty spaces in your line, then select one of your placed cards to attack an opponent's card. The higher rank wins, while the lower one is discarded. Certain cards have special reveal powers, like the Scout, which lets you peek at two enemy cards, adding a deduction element. The win condition is to locate and capture the opponent’s hidden flag, also tucked somewhere in their line. A typical game lasts about 20 minutes and blends memory (tracking your own placements and what you’ve seen of the enemy), bluffing (misleading about card identities) and direct combat. It’s perfect for players who enjoy quick strategic skirmishes with a dash of suspense. Though the rules are straightforward, the tension of finding the flag before your rival ensures high replay value. Designed for two players, it works great for a casual afternoon or as a filler between longer sessions.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
Exactly two players, mirroring the original board game.

### How long does a game take?
About 20 minutes, with slight variation depending on player experience.

### What is the game's complexity?
Low to medium; rules are easy, but memory and bluffing add depth.

### What components are included?
Each player gets a dedicated deck with all the cards needed to build the battle line.

### Who is this game best suited for?
Fans of Stratego, memory‑heavy games, and anyone looking for a quick two‑player duel.