Trash Poker
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- Designer Rico Besteher , Frank Noack
- Publisher Corax Games , MeepleBR
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What to Expect
You build and destroy your deck across several poker hands without needing poker expertise. The game blends Deck, Bag, and Pool Building with Hand Management and Set Collection: trash unwanted cards, add special cards and upgrade stats to score chips. Over a sequence of hands you shape your deck while competing to win individual poker hands and end-game bonuses.
Who Is This Game For?
Trash Poker is aimed at hobby/enthusiast players aged 12+, supports 1–4 players so solo play is included. With a roughly 90-minute playtime it’s an extended session that benefits from some prior experience with deck mechanics, though newcomers can learn the basics.
How It Works
Each game runs through multiple poker hands where players use personal decks to form hands and earn chips. Core mechanics include Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hand Management, Open Drafting and Multi-Use Cards. Players trash cards to streamline decks, pursue Set Collection bonuses and manage turn order via stat-based values; End Game Bonuses influence final scoring.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Rico Besteher and Frank Noack, Trash Poker merges a poker aesthetic with deck-destruction and engine elements. The mix of Open Drafting and deck/bag/pool building differentiates it from straight deckbuilders or pure poker games. No awards are listed in the provided data.
Pro
- Blend of Deck/Bag/Pool Building with Hand Management
- Includes solo/solitaire option
- Poker theme combined with deck-destruction offers varied playstyles
Contra
- Approx. 90 minutes — an extended playtime
- Mechanically denser, requires some learning
- Less suited for players wanting very short sessions
Setting & atmosphere
The game uses a poker theme with inspiration from the video game Balatro; gameplay centers on building and trashing a poker deck and collecting chips.
Tips for beginners
Focus first on trashing inefficient cards and learning how Multi-Use Cards and Hand Management interact before optimizing strategies.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Yes. The game lists 1 player as the minimum, so solo play is supported.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 90 minutes; initial sessions with explanations may take longer.
What prior experience do I need?
Familiarity with deck-building or deck-destruction mechanics helps, but basics can be learned during play.
How does this compare to similar games?
Trash Poker combines poker-themed hand play with deck-destruction and Open Drafting, setting it apart from pure deckbuilders or pure poker games.
Is this suitable for families?
Recommended for ages 12+; complexity and 90-minute length make it better for families with some board game experience.
What mechanic makes it special?
The Deck, Bag, and Pool Building coupled with Hand Management and Multi-Use Cards defines the game’s core.
Fazit
If you like card-driven engine-building with a poker twist, Trash Poker offers a focused experience for enthusiasts. Players preferring shorter games should note the approximately 90-minute duration.
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