Banana Republic

A game by Peter Harris

2 - 6 Players 10 minutes Unknown

Betting and Bluffing, Roll / Spin and Move, Trading, Variable Player Powers

Bluffing, Economic, Humor, Trivia

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Description

In Banana Republic, you'll embark on a hilarious journey to create the worst governed nation and become the richest player, all while navigating a banana-shaped board. This classic game, designed by Peter Harris and first published in 1987, is all about outdoing your opponents in a series of challenges that will leave you in stitches. With simple rules that can be explained quickly, 2 to 6 players can join in on the fun, which can last anywhere from 10 minutes to several hours - yes, you read that right, it's a game that can be both quick and epic. As you move around the board, you'll encounter "banana chance" cards, trivia questions, and opportunities to bet on your economic performance, all with the goal of collecting bananas and bankrupting your opponents. You'll need to use your bluffing and trading skills to outmaneuver your fellow players and become the Top Banana. With its unique blend of betting, bluffing, and variable player powers, Banana Republic is a game that's full of surprises and laughs. So gather your friends and get ready to go bananas - the player who emerges victorious will be the one who's managed to create the most chaos and accumulate the most bananas, earning the coveted title of Top Banana.