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Lightning

Lightning

Freod Games · 2016
2–815–0 min8+ yrs1.0/5 complexity5.8 BGG19PartyFamily
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How do you play Lightning?

Lightning is a fast reflex game that uses creatures from the Chinese zodiac. Players win by playing all of their cards before anyone else, with everyone playing cards simultaneously.

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Not available new in shops
Lightning box art
official art · Freod Games

Lightning is a fast reflex game that uses creatures from the Chinese zodiac. Players win by playing all of their cards before anyone else, with everyone playing cards simultaneously.

game anatomy
Complexity1.0 / 5
BGG rating5.8 / 10
Vibe
PartyFamily
Play time
15–0 min
Players
2–8
Recommended age
8+ yrs
from Trișache · verified

Frequently asked questions

Q1How much does Lightning cost?
No store is currently tracking Lightning. Check the Prices tab — you can set a price alert to be notified when it appears.
Q2Where can I buy Lightning cheapest?
Check the Prices tab — howtoplay.ro aggregates offers from 7+ Romanian board-game stores and tracks price history.
Q3How do you play Lightning?
Lightning is a card game game, for 2–8 players, taking ~15–0 minutes. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about Lightning — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.
Q4How many players does Lightning support?
Lightning is played by 2–8 players.
Q5How long does a game of Lightning take?
A game of Lightning takes about 15–0 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)
Q6What age is Lightning for?
Lightning is recommended from age 8.
Q7How complex is Lightning?
Lightning has a BoardGameGeek complexity of 1.0 out of 5.

Right now, none of the shops we track sells Lightning new.

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