Trick to the Future

GameHead · Board game · 2026
Ludopedia 7.5 BGG 2–5 · best 4 40 min Weight 1.5/5
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RECOMMENDED

Trick to the Future is a trick-taking game that will surprise anyone looking for a creative twist on the genre. The mechanic of managing fuel to alter card values is a stroke of genius, turning each round into a delightful tactical puzzle. It's perfect for those who enjoy card games with a strategic twist and a science fiction theme that sparks the imagination. The experience is light, but full of important decisions.

Highlights
  • Innovative trick-taking mechanic
  • Strategic fuel management
  • Time travel theme
  • Easy to learn rules
  • Interesting tactical decisions
Keep in mind
  • Might not suit non-trick-taking fans
  • Initial learning curve
  • Indirect player interaction
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a temporal adventure in Trick to the Future, where time travel is a reality, but fuel management is the key to not getting lost in the ages! In this clever trick-taking game, you and your friends are time travelers who have finally unlocked the secrets of temporal transistors. The goal is to master the timeline, but beware: each jump requires fuel, and one wrong step could mean the end of your journey. At the start of each round, you receive fuel rods that are crucial to your strategy. The big differentiator here is that you can use these rods to change the values of your cards! Imagine transforming a '1' into a '7' by adding a segment, or a '7' into a '0' with a few clicks. This flexibility adds an incredible tactical layer to the classic trick-taking mechanic. Each trick you win represents a successful time jump and earns you points. Additionally, the fuel rods you spend also convert into points. But, and here's the catch, if at the end of the round you have more tricks won than unspent fuel rods, your points for that round vanish! After three electrifying rounds, the time traveler with the highest score is crowned the master of time. Who will be the temporal genius and who will be stuck in an infinite loop?

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Best player count

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2–5 players
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Game details

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Admin: Upcoming Releases Series: Thinky Games (GameHead) Theme: Time Travel
Publisher GameHead
Designer 新澤 大樹 (Taiki Shinzawa)
Artist George Bletsis

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113want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can participate in Trick to the Future?
The game is ideal for 2 to 5 time travelers, ensuring fun in various group settings.
What is the average game duration?
A game of Trick to the Future takes about 40 to 60 minutes, perfect for a quick and engaging session.
What is the complexity level of the game?
With a BGG weight of 1.5/5, it's a light game. The rules are easy to learn, but the strategy of managing fuel and tricks offers depth.
Are the game components language dependent?
No, the game has zero language dependency. Cards use universal numbers and symbols, making it easy for anyone to play.
Who is Trick to the Future recommended for?
It's highly recommended for fans of trick-taking games looking for an innovation in the mechanic, and for those who enjoy science fiction and time travel themes. If you like to think a bit without getting bogged down in rules, this is for you!
How does scoring work at the end of a round?
You earn points for tricks won and for spent fuel rods. But beware: if you have more tricks than unspent rods, you score zero points for that round. It's a delicate balance!
Do the cards have any visual distinction?
Yes, the cards use 7-segment digital numbers, like those on a digital clock. This is really cool and directly connects to the mechanic of adding 'segments' (fuel rods) to change the card's value.

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