Rebel Princess

Rebel Princess

Card Game
Players
3-6
Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
4 players
Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
40 min
AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
8+
ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
1.9 / 5
Year
2023

About the game

Rebel Princess reimagines fairy tale heroines as independent women trying to dodge marriage proposals during a five-day royal ball. Playing a trick-taking game across five uniquely-ruled rounds, players try to avoid collecting cards featuring Prince Charmings: and especially the dreaded enchanted frog, who brings five proposals at once. Each princess has her own once-per-round special ability, adding asymmetry to the classic trick-taking formula. Whoever collects the fewest proposals after five days wins her independence.

Hobbli's Notes

This is a charming twist on trick-taking, with the fairy tale theme doing real work by making 'avoid winning tricks' feel thematic rather than arbitrary. The changing special rule each round keeps the five-round structure fresh and the asymmetric princess powers give replayability. It's light enough for a broad audience but still has enough tension to satisfy trick-taking fans. Newcomers to trick-taking games will find it an inviting entry point.

What we like

  • Fairy tale theme adds charm and humor to a classic trick-taking structure.
  • Unique special rule each round keeps all five rounds feeling different.
  • Asymmetric princess powers add replayability and personality.
  • Accessible rules make it easy to teach trick-taking newcomers.

Keep in mind

  • Trick-taking mechanics may feel unfamiliar to non-card-game players at first.
  • Direct comparisons to other trick-taking titles are less certain given limited data.

Who it's for

Good for families and casual groups of 3-6 who enjoy trick-taking games with a light, whimsical theme; ages 8+.

Mechanics

EventsTrick-takingVariable Player Powers

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