# Virus!

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 6.7
- **BGG Rank**: #1886
- **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 1.06 / 5
- **Designers**: Carlos López, Domingo Cabrero, Santi Santisteban
- **Artists**: David GJ
- **Publishers**: Tranjis Games, Amo Oy, AS Company, Boardgame Space, El Dragón Azul, Formatex, Fotorama de México, Gakken (学研), Game Factory, Goliath Games, HOT Games, Ideal Board Games, Mancalamaro, Mar Lúdico, MEBO Games, Muduko, Reflexshop, Trefl Joker Line
- **Categories**: Card Game, Medical
- **Mechanics**: Hand Management, Set Collection, Take That

## Verdict
Perfect for those who love fast-paced 'take-that' games with rules that can be explained in two minutes.Fast and dynamic matchesExtremely simple rulesConstant player interactionCompact and practical componentsHigh dependency on deck luckCan be frustrating for those who hate being sabotagedRECOMMENDED

## Description
Imagine the scene: total chaos in a laboratory where experimental viruses have escaped and are now spreading everywhere. The only solution? You and your fellow scientists must rush to contain the pandemic. But wait, science is highly competitive here! In Virus!, the goal is simple, but the execution is pure adrenaline: you must be the first to assemble a body with four healthy organs.

The dynamics are fast and straightforward. On each turn, you either play a card or discard whatever you want to replenish your hand. You'll try to play your organs, but that's where the fun (or the frustration) begins. Your opponents will try to infect your organs with viruses of the same color to stall your progress. To defend yourself, you use pills to cure the infections. If you want to ensure no one bothers you, you can place two pills on the same organ, making it completely immune.

The game is a true 'take-that' card battle. In addition to organs, viruses, and medicine, there are special action cards that can completely flip the game, stealing a neighbor's luck or cleaning up the mess in your own body. It's the kind of game where friendships are tested, as ethics are cast aside when victory is on the line. You'll need cunning to sabotage your rivals' plans while keeping your own immune system in check.

With super simple rules and matches that last about 20 minutes, Virus! is ideal for those who want something light but with that pinch of conflict that keeps the table lively. There is no complex reading required, making the entry for new players instantaneous. Prepare your medications, plan your attacks, and try to prevent your organs from becoming a feast for the viruses!

## FAQ
### Is the game hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are very intuitive, and you can explain them to your group in under 5 minutes.

### How long does a match last?
It's very quick, usually lasting about 20 minutes, making it ideal as an opener or a filler between other games.

### Can it be played with any number of people?
Yes, it works well from 2 to 6 players, but with more people, the chaos and sabotage are even better.

### Is it suitable for children?
Yes, because it's visual and has simple rules, children usually love the dynamic of infecting others.

### Is there a lot of strategy involved?
The strategy is light, focusing more on hand management and the timing of when to attack or defend.

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