Faraway 2023
Designed by Johannes Goupy, Corentin Lebrat
What it is
A light card game, fantasy, puzzle game for 2-6 players (~15 min), built around constrained bidding, end game bonuses, hand management.
Why it matters
A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #259 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played family title.
Mechanics
How to play Faraway
Faraway is a light game (rated 1.9 of 5 for complexity on BoardGameGeek) that plays with 2–6 players, runs about 15 minutes and is aimed at ages 10 and up. It's a Card Game, Fantasy and Puzzle game where the core of play revolves around Constrained Bidding, End Game Bonuses and Hand Management. A light card game, fantasy, puzzle game for 2-6 players (~15 min), built around constrained bidding, end game bonuses, hand management. A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #259 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played family title.
This is an overview of what to expect at the table — not the rulebook. We link to official rules and tutorials rather than reproducing them.
What players ask about Faraway
How many players is Faraway?
Faraway plays with 2–6 players.
Does Faraway work with 2 players?
Yes — Faraway plays 2–6, so it supports a 2-player game (it isn't 2-player-only).
How long does Faraway take to play?
About 15 minutes per game.
Is Faraway hard to learn?
BoardGameGeek rates its complexity at 1.9 out of 5 — light — easy to learn. That's a community weight rating, not our opinion.
What age is Faraway for?
The publisher recommends ages 10 and up.
Is Faraway good for beginners and families?
Going by the numbers — a low complexity of 1.9/5 and a 10+ age rating — Faraway is approachable for newcomers and family play. (That's inferred from its weight and age, not a review.)
What kind of game is Faraway?
Faraway is a Card Game, Fantasy, Puzzle game, built on Constrained Bidding, End Game Bonuses, Hand Management.
Where to buy Faraway
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