# X-Code

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 6.3
- **BGG Rank**: #11771
- **Players**: 2-8 (Best with: 4, 5)
- **Duration**: 15 min
- **Weight**: 1.29 / 5
- **Designers**: Kasper Lapp
- **Artists**: Barbara Spelger
- **Publishers**: AMIGO
- **Categories**: Card Game, Real-time, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Hand Management, Real-Time, Set Collection

## Verdict
If you enjoy cooperative chaos and a mad dash against the clock, X-Code is for you! It's pure adrenaline in card game form.Fun cooperative chaosSuper fast gamesLots of communication (and yelling!)Can be too chaoticDirectional trades limit optionsFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready for a race against time in X-Code! This cooperative game pits you and your friends against the clock to crack a secret code before the hourglass runs out. The mission seems simple, but the execution is pure adrenaline: fill each board space with three identical cards, including the # and * wilds. As soon as the sand starts falling, organized chaos takes over. Each player starts with three cards, and the frenzy begins. You can draw, discard, and crucially, trade cards with your neighbors. But beware: trades are directional! Each card has an arrow indicating who you can trade with – left or right. Your neighbor must be willing to accept the trade and give you something in return. Wild cards are your best friends for completing sequences. As soon as you form a trio of identical cards, rush to place it on the correct space on the board. Each completed set not only unlocks a part of the code but can also grant you precious extra seconds by flipping the hourglass again. If all spaces are successfully filled, you win together and can brag about cracking another level. It's a fast-paced, chaotic game that demands communication (even if it's shouting!) to succeed. Perfect for those who enjoy games that push you to your limits in a fun way.

## FAQ
### How many people can play X-Code?
X-Code is quite flexible, playable by 2 to 8 people. The more players, the more noise and chaos (in a good way!).

### How long does a game take?
Get ready for lightning-fast games! Each session lasts about 15 minutes, perfect for fitting into any schedule.

### Are the rules difficult to learn?
The rules are quite simple: form trios and trade cards. The challenge lies in the real-time execution and team coordination.

### Do I need to know English to play?
No! X-Code has no language dependency; all information is on the card symbols and the board.

### Is this a game for deep thinkers or fast actors?
Definitely fast actors! X-Code is a real-time game, so speed and decision-making under pressure are the focus.

### What are the wild cards (# and *) for?
Wild cards act as any card you need to complete a trio of three identical cards. They are essential for speeding up the game.

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