Anaphylaxis
- Players: 3–4 players
- Play time: 15–20 min
- BGG rating: 6.8
About Anaphylaxis
In this tense and minimalist trick-taking game, you’ll gather valuable bee cards to earn points — but if you ever capture the same bee twice, you suffer an anaphylactic shock and are immediately knocked out with zero points. Sharp timing, deadly traps, and ruthless hand-passing set the stage for a brutal test of survival from the very first card. AnaPhylaxis is a trick-taking game where players must follow suit, navigate shifting trump interactions, and balance risk through a limited-use Pass mechanic. With a 28-card deck featuring duplicated high-value bees, players aim to win point cards without duplicating colors and numbers. Each round allows two critical Passes to avoid dangerous tricks, while a Pokémon-style weakness system lets certain suits beat others depending on the lead. Hands are slightly manipulated through card-passing, and the game’s fast knockouts and tactical sacrifices ensure that every decision could be fatal or victorious. The player with the highest total after several brutal rounds wins.
- Released
- 2025
- Designer
- Naoki Hashimoto (橋本 直樹)
- Age
- 10+
- Best with
- 4 players (BGG community)
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How many players can play Anaphylaxis?
Anaphylaxis plays with 3–4 players.
What is the best player count for Anaphylaxis?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Anaphylaxis is best with 4 players (4 votes).
How long does Anaphylaxis take to play?
A game of Anaphylaxis takes 15–20 min.
What age is Anaphylaxis for?
The recommended minimum age for Anaphylaxis is 10+.
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