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Rajas of the Ganges: Cards & Karma

Game ID: GID0259517
Game Info
Year
2024
Players
2-4
Age
12+
Playtime
45 min
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Description

A standalone card game in the Rajas of the Ganges series where players compete for double-sided cards to score fame and money by matching colored die values

Description

A standalone card game in the Rajas of the Ganges series where players compete for double-sided cards to score fame and money by matching colored die values

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Video ydhkPyN63lM Foster the Meeple Other at 23:30 sentiment: positive
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Overall sentiment (raw)
Positive
Pros
  • Adaptation of a liked game
  • Appeals to love for card games
Cons
  • One host was not a huge fan of the original game
Thematic elements
  • Card-based adaptation of Raja of the Ganges
  • India
Comparison games
  • Raja of the Ganges
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • Card game — this is from Hutch games and I'm very excited because I love the original and I love card games
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Quotes (from this video)
  • we love unmatched we're planning still planning on doing it's it's coming I promise all the tournaments are coming
  • I am obsessed with space I'm obsessed with the scientific like creation of the universe and how that all happened
  • it's a cozy board game celebrating the introverted book lover in all of us
  • you're going through nine circles of hell trying to like bring back souls and that sort of thing and that theming has always been really cool to me I love this the concept of Hades and like that whole lore the river sticks all of that stuff
  • I love any witchy theme I love potion themes
  • it's Everell but for two players
  • again talk about Publishers that nail it for me every time uh Capstone is one of them
  • please if you see us stop us say hello unfortunately we don't have time to play games with everyone our schedules are usually very busy at these conventions but we will always have time to stop and say hello and to chat with you for a little bit
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Video xMux54u74_k Getting Games Discussion at 30:55 sentiment: positive
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positive
Pros
none
Cons
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Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
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Quotes (from this video)
  • it's like Vegas for board gamers
  • it's a blank canvas you could go there and do no events
  • it's like heaven
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Video nUMITRi9Yuk Rolling Dice & Taking Names Discussion at 809:00:00 sentiment: mixed
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Overall sentiment (raw)
mixed
Pros
  • Appreciated the multi-use cards and unique scoring trackers.
  • The market mechanism is unique.
  • Quick playtime and small box size.
  • Good for those looking for a lighter game or filler.
Cons
  • Simple set collection game that may not resonate with everyone.
  • Lack of player interaction.
  • Might not be engaging for groups that prefer heavier games.
Thematic elements
  • Set collection with a karma mechanic
Comparison games
none
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
  • dice manipulation — Tokens can be acquired to adjust die values.
  • market — Cards are available in a market to be purchased.
  • Multi-Use Cards — Cards can be used as dice/values to buy other cards or placed into the tableau.
  • Set Collection — Players collect sets of buildings, goods, or cards for points.
  • Tableau Builder — Players build a personal tableau of cards.
Video topics + discussion points
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Quotes (from this video)
  • 350 episodes. That's pretty wild.
  • We don't exactly teach them that well, but sure.
  • It's not. It's not.
  • Board gaming is a side gig of our gig which is providing whatever we provide here.
  • This is an extremely classic area controlled dudes on a map style game
  • This was a hit for me, too. I'm so glad we played it.
  • It's funny that you say that cuz I was thinking about that day whenever the lights go out where does the episode go?
  • It's awesome, dude. The cards are awesome. The artwork is great.
  • You've got your Force abilities, you've got your unique characters.
  • It's really about how you build your deck and your strategy going into the game.
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