The Gang
- Designer John Cooper , Kory Heath
- Publisher KOSMOS , 999 Games , Albi , Brädspel.se , Broadway Toys LTD
- Illustration Fiore GmbH
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In The Gang, 3 to 6 players team up to pull off bank heists by betting on their poker hands without speaking. Players secretly predict their hand strength using chips, then cards are revealed gradually, allowing reassessment. If all predictions match reality, the gang opens a vault. Open three vaults before triggering the alarm three times to win, blending cooperation, prediction, and limited communication.
Who Is This Game For?
The Gang targets gamers aged 10 and up looking for a quick (about 20 minutes), cooperative card game with light to medium complexity. Some familiarity with poker or card games is helpful but not mandatory.
How It Works
Using Communication Limits, Cooperative Game, and Predictive Bid mechanics, players silently predict their hand strength with chips. Cards are dealt progressively, letting players adjust their bids. At round end, if all predictions are accurate, the team opens a vault. Three vaults opened means victory; three alarms mean defeat.
What Makes It Special
Designed by John Cooper and Kory Heath, The Gang blends Texas Hold'em poker with cooperative play and limited communication. It earned multiple 2024 nominations including Board Game Quest Award Best Card Game and Golden Geek Best Cooperative Game. This innovative mix makes it a fresh take on poker card games.
Awards
2024
- 2024 Board Game Quest Awards Best Card Game — Nominated
- 2024 Board Game Quest Awards Best Cooperative Game — Nominated
- 2024 Board Game Quest Awards Most Innovative Game — Nominated
Pro
- Cooperative gameplay for 3 to 6 players
- Short playtime around 20 minutes
- Innovative blend of poker and communication limits
- Multiple award nominations in 2024
Contra
- No solo mode available
- Requires at least three players
- Some poker knowledge beneficial
Setting & Atmosphäre
The Gang’s theme centers on burglary and bank heists, where players act as a team trying to open bank vaults without triggering alarms.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Take time to realistically assess your hand strength and adjust your predictions as new cards are revealed.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, The Gang requires 3 to 6 players and has no solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
About 20 minutes per game, making it suitable for quick sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
Some familiarity with poker or card games helps but is not mandatory.
How does this compare to similar games?
It uniquely combines cooperative Texas Hold'em with communication limits.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, from age 10 with light to medium complexity, suitable for families with some gaming experience.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Communication Limits and Predictive Bid in a cooperative setting stands out.
Fazit
The Gang is recommended for groups seeking a cooperative, quick card game that combines poker strategy with communication challenges. It suits players who enjoy prediction and teamwork in short rounds.
