Fearless
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- Designer Friedemann Friese
- Publisher 2F-Spiele , Ludofun , Rio Grande Games , SUNNY BIRD , TLAMA games
- Illustration Maren Rache
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What to Expect
You walk through a gloomy forest trying to stay close to the safe path while playing several trick-taking rounds without trump. Cards carry both positive and negative values, so you collect pluses and minuses across tricks. The aim is to achieve a balanced score over multiple rounds; whoever is the most fearless wins. The game pairs a straightforward trick system with an unusual scoring twist.
Who Is This Game For?
Designed for 3–5 players and recommended from about age 10. With a playtime around 45 minutes it fits shorter game sessions. Familiarity with trick-taking games helps, but the core rules remain accessible for most groups.
How It Works
Fearless is a traditional trick-taking game with four suits and no trump; the highest card in the led suit wins the trick. Cards have values spanning negative to positive numbers, so players gather both negative and positive points. Over repeated rounds you aim to keep your total score balanced while reacting to opponents' plays. The gameplay emphasizes timing and assessment rather than complex rule layers.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Friedemann Friese, the game’s special feature is the inverted scoring: cards can subtract or add to your total, so balance is rewarded. The thematic framing of a walk through a spooky forest supports the scoring concept. As a brief card game, it stands out from many traditional trick-taking titles that use only positive scoring.
Pro
- Designer: Friedemann Friese
- Unusual scoring with both positive and negative card values
- Short duration (~45 minutes) for quick sessions
- Classic trick-taking mechanics make rules easy to grasp
Contra
- Requires 3–5 players; not playable solo
- Horror-humor theme may not appeal to all groups
Setting & atmosphere
The theme places players in a gloomy forest or ruin where staying on the safe path matters; this setting comes from the game's description.
Tips for beginners
Focus on balancing collected positives and negatives and watch which suits other players avoid to reduce risky plays.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
No. The game is for 3–5 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 45 minutes; actual time depends on group size and explanation time.
What prior experience do I need?
Basic experience with trick-taking/card games is helpful because the game relies on that mechanic.
How does this compare to similar games?
Unlike many trick-taking titles, Fearless uses both negative and positive card values and rewards a balanced total score.
Is this suitable for families?
Recommended from around age 10; families used to card games will adapt quickly, younger children may struggle with the balancing aspect.
What mechanic makes it special?
The core mechanic is trick-taking (four suits, no trump) combined with a negative/positive scoring system.
Fazit
If you like trick-taking games and want a variant with negative scoring, Fearless (Friedemann Friese) is a concise, tactical choice for groups of 3–5 players.
Fearless at your next game night?
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