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Schafkopf (1780)

4 players · 30 min · age 7+ · ★ 7.5 on BGG

Players
4
Play time
30 min
Age
7+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
7.5/10

Best for 4 players aged 7+ who like card game games — medium complexity, plays in 30 min.

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About Schafkopf

Classic Bavarian trick taking game with hidden teams of 2, or 1 vs. 3 play.

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Card Game

Mechanics: Auction/Bidding, Team-Based Game, Trick-taking · Designer: (Uncredited)

Players: 4P

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Schafkopf FAQ

How many players is Schafkopf?
Schafkopf plays with 4 players — it is a strict 4-player game, ages 7 and up.
How long does Schafkopf take to play?
A game of Schafkopf takes 30 min, at medium complexity (2.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Schafkopf any good?
Schafkopf rates 7.5/10 from 279 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game game built around auction/bidding, team-based game, trick-taking.