# Troika

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 6.1
- **BGG Rank**: #7924
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 1.29 / 5
- **Designers**: Jun Sasaki
- **Artists**: Jun Sasaki
- **Publishers**: Oink Games
- **Mechanics**: Set Collection

## Verdict
If you enjoy quick set collection games with a dash of tension and a space theme, Troika might be for you! It's the kind of game that makes you wonder if it's worth risking grabbing a tile now or waiting.Fast and engaging set collectionFun and unique space themeTense decisions each turnAgile and dynamic gameplayNeed fuel to winLuck in tile drawingTheme might not appeal to allRECOMMENDED

## Description
Imagine this: you're out there, exploring space in search of cosmic fortune, and you discover some super valuable stones on an asteroid. The catch is, these stones can turn into two things: jewels worth a fortune (or, better yet, space credits!) or fuel for your ship. But there's a catch: if your ship runs out of fuel, you become the richest person in the universe... dead! 

In Troika, we become these space adventurers with a clear goal: collect the right stones to survive and, who knows, get rich. The game works like this: you have a bunch of hexagonal tiles face down. On your turn, you can either draw a new tile that's hidden or pick one that someone has already returned to the table. 

The challenge is to assemble two combinations: three stones with the same number (this is your fuel, essential to avoid becoming stardust) and three stones in numerical sequence (these turn into the coveted jewels). If you don't have fuel, forget it, you can't win. But if you have a full tank, then yes, whoever has the most valuable jewel takes the glory. It's a quick game, with a touch of luck and plenty of tense decisions: is it worth taking this piece now or waiting to see if something better comes along? And most importantly: will you have enough fuel to make it to the end?

## FAQ
### What is the average playtime for Troika?
Troika games are quite fast, usually lasting around 20 minutes, which is great for playing multiple rounds in a row!

### How many players can participate?
Troika is ideal for 2 to 5 players, adapting well to the dynamics depending on the number of space adventurers at the table.

### Is the game complicated to learn?
No, the rules are quite simple! The focus is on the set collection mechanic and tactical decisions, making it accessible to most players.

### What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to collect stones to form valuable jewels, but the most important thing is to ensure you have fuel (three stones of the same number) to be able to win. No fuel, no victory!

### Is it more of a luck or strategy game?
Troika balances both well! There's an element of luck when drawing tiles, but strategy comes into play when deciding which tiles to take, when to take a risk, and how to manage your hand to form the right combinations.

### Who would you recommend Troika for?
We recommend it for those looking for a quick, light game with a fun theme, perfect for warming up or playing between longer sessions.

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