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Bohnanza is a classic card game centered around trading and negotiation, where players plant and harvest bean fields to earn coins. A unique mechanic locks the order of cards in your hand, forcing players to carefully trade away beans they cannot immediately plant without helping their opponents too much.

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The Verdict

based on 20 reviews

Positive 0%
Mixed 0%
Clever forced hand-order rule drives constant trading
Easy to learn, with surprising depth
Highly social and interactive; scales to many players
Small, portable, and a great gateway game
Can run longer than the stated playtime
Success depends heavily on group dynamics
Light on depth and replayability for some
Dated, kid-oriented art and plain components
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The Dice Tower, The Dice TowerVideo

“I would go so far as to call this one a classic card game one that i think most people who are gamers should have in their collection simply because of the ease of play uh and the depth of play and the fact that it's just a well-made well-designed uh and easy to get to the table game”(7:54)

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Meeple Mountain, David McMillanArticle

“Due to this aspect, its small size, easy rules set, fast play time, and cheeky artwork, Bohnanza is a must-have for any respectable game library.”

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Bumbling Through Dungeons, mawilson4Article

“It's one of the quickest routes to the types of gaming interactions that will form (and hopefully not break!) friendships and bonds, and create laughter and memories.”

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The Opinionated Gamers, View all posts by Dale Yu →Article

“Bohnanza is a classic card game, and one that I think deserves to be in just about every game collection. If you don't already have a copy, I'd highly recommend this one.”

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Geeks Under Grace, Stephen HallArticle

“I'm not always a big Uwe Rosenberg fan, but Bohnanza is amazing. It is easy for new players to understand, but it rewards repeat plays. It's a favorite among my game group, and I highly recommend trying it out.”

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ThinkerThemer, ThinkerThemerVideo

“I would say this is probably my absolute all-time favorite small box game. Wow, that is a big call! You heard it here of all time on the new series.”(14:18)

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Actualol, ActualolVideo

“The most special thing about bonanza is there's nothing else like it if you want a modern card game where you get to trade cards this is your only option if there have been attempts to do something similar they've not succeeded”(4:34)

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Purge Reviews, Purge ReviewsVideo

“This might even be a good church game to play to uh have people try new games it's light enough um without being a party game so you actually have decisions in this game so Bohan is a game I'm going to recommend most Gamers to add their collection for what I would call the Gateway Series this is a gateway game that still packs of punch for gamers”(8:22)

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Play Board Games, Jason CArticle

“It is fun trying to manage your hand and your fields while helping out others and still trying to get ahead. Also, since gold is kept secret, it is hard to know just who is in the lead.”

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3 Minute Board Games, 3 Minute Board GamesVideo

“I absolutely recommend [Bohnanza], mostly as a family game, but it's also the kind of game I could have played to death at university or high school as well.”(3:01)

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Nerds on EarthArticle

“Although the game is simple in its design and premise, when the bartering starts it yields a crop of laughs and enjoyment that far out weigh it’s simplicity.”

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Tantrum House, Tantrum HouseVideo

“I just taught my in-laws how to play this game last weekend we had a great time together uh it's a good family Game T Mouse gives Bonanza two thumbs up”(2:52)

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