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Paperback (2014)

2–5 players · 45 min · age 8+ · ★ 7.2 on BGG

Players
2–5
Play time
45 min
Age
8+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
7.2/10

Best for 2–5 players aged 8+ who like card game games — medium-light complexity, plays in 45 min.

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About Paperback

Use letter cards to build words that let you buy more powerful letters and score.

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Mechanics: Card Drafting, Cooperative Game, Deck, Delayed Purchase · Designer: Tim Fowers

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P

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Paperback FAQ

How many players is Paperback?
Paperback plays with 2–5 players, ages 8 and up.
How long does Paperback take to play?
A game of Paperback takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Paperback any good?
Paperback rates 7.2/10 from 9,167 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / print & play game built around card drafting, cooperative game, deck.