About Five Cornichons

Game Overview

5 Cornichons (5 Cucumbers) is a strategic card game based on the trick-taking mechanic, where players take turns playing cards to win each round. However, the unique twist of this game is that your goal is not to win as many tricks as possible, but rather to avoid winning the last trick.

This is a modern take on the classic Nordic game "Agurk," designed by the renowned Friedemann Friese. The game is fast-paced, lasting about 25 minutes, and is suitable for 2 to 6 players.

Key Features

• Play Online Instantly: No downloads or registration required! We offer a free online version, so you can jump in immediately and play with friends or players from around the world. Play whenever and wherever you want.
• The Fun of Reverse Winning: Unlike traditional card games, you have to play carefully to avoid becoming the "winner" at the very end. This "reverse" thinking adds a unique layer of strategic depth and tension to the game.
• Simple Rules, Deep Strategy: The rules are very simple, and new players can learn them in just a few minutes. However, to truly master the game, you need to manage your hand skillfully, read your opponents' intentions, and decide when to play a strong card to win a trick and when to play a weak one to avoid risk.
• Portable and Accessible: The game consists of a deck of numbered cards and comes in a small box, making it perfect to carry on trips or to parties. You can enjoy the fun of the game anytime, anywhere.

How to Play

• Playing a Card: In each round, a player must play a card that is higher than or equal to the cards already on the table. If a player cannot do so, they must play their lowest card.
• Winning/Losing a Trick: The player who plays the highest card in a round wins the trick and takes all the cards from that round. At the end of the game, the player with the most trick cards receives negative points, while others try to have the fewest cards to maintain a low score.

Product Information

Languages: Available in French and Spanish, with numbered cards that are universally understood.
Publishers: Matagot, 2F-Spiele

You'll Love This Game If...

• You enjoy card games but are looking for a unique and challenging twist.
• You're searching for a fast-paced party game with simple rules and a lot of strategic depth.
• You want a portable game that you can enjoy with family and friends anytime.