# Virus! Marvel

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2024
- **BGG Rating**: 7.1
- **BGG Rank**: #8110
- **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 3)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 1.25 / 5
- **Designers**: Carlos López, Domingo Cabrero, Santi Santisteban
- **Artists**: David GJ
- **Publishers**: Tranjis Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Comic Book / Strip
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Set Collection, Take That

## Verdict
If you love a fast‑paced Marvel card duel with plenty of sabotage, Virus! Marvel hits the spot.Lightning‑quick gameplayEasy to learnHigh replay valueLimited strategic depthCard draw luck mattersRECOMMENDED

## Description
Virus! Marvel is a fast‑paced, action‑packed card game that puts you in command of your favorite Marvel heroes. Each round starts with three cards in hand and the goal is to assemble a team of four different heroes – think Avengers, X‑Men, or Guardians – before your opponents do. To achieve this, you play hero cards into your area, use power cards to shield your squad, and can unleash villain cards against rivals, slowing their collection or even capturing their cards. The deck also contains action cards that let you swap hands, draw new cards, or shuffle turn order, ensuring the game never stalls. When you have four distinct ready heroes, you claim victory! The game is standalone, requires no expansions, and runs about 20 minutes, perfect for quick sessions or as a warm‑up before a longer game. Its learning curve is very gentle (weight 1.25/5), yet the blend of hand management, set collection, and take‑that mechanics creates tactical choices that keep everyone on their toes. It supports 2‑5 players, appealing both to comic‑book fans who love spotting each character and to anyone seeking a swift, twist‑filled card duel. If you enjoy superhero‑themed card games and like to sabotage opponents while building your own team, Virus! Marvel will keep you entertained from start to finish.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
2 to 5 players.

### How long does a game take?
About 20 minutes.

### What is the complexity level?
Very light, weight 1.25/5 – easy to pick up.

### What components are included?
Hero, villain, power and action cards, plus a turn marker.

### Do I need to know the original Virus! game?
No. Virus! Marvel is standalone and works fine even if you’ve never played the series.

### Is it suitable for kids?
Yes, it’s recommended for ages 8 and up because the rules are straightforward.

### Are there any expansions planned?
None announced yet; the base game is complete as sold.

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