For Cambio tables
Cambio-style card games and BANDIT: rules and mechanics.
Four hidden cards, a low-score objective, memory, bluff, powers and exchanges.
The short version
The shared mechanics, stated precisely.
Cambio can refer to different local rules. Hidden cards, memory and a low-score objective are the relevant points of comparison here.
BANDIT is an independent game. Each player starts with four hidden cards and tries to finish with the lowest score, using BANDIT's own powers, bluff, exchanges and immediate-discard rule.
Gameplay first
See the BANDIT turn sequence.
The tutorial shows the four hidden starting cards and low-score objective.
It explains draws, discards, direct exchanges and numbered-card powers.
It also shows when the immediate-discard window opens.
Ready for the table
Choose your BANDIT quantity
Compare BANDIT with Cambio-style card games using published mechanics: four hidden cards, a low-score objective, memory, bluff, powers and exchanges.
One game costs €22.00, two cost €39.00, and the 3-game pack costs €44.00 (2+1 compared with the €22.00 unit price).
A fair comparison
Compare rules, not promises.
The exact rules of Cambio-style games vary. The BANDIT column below describes only mechanics published in the BANDIT rules.
| Feature | Cambio | Bandit |
|---|---|---|
| Hidden cards | Varies by ruleset | Four per player |
| Memory | Varies by ruleset | Part of play |
| Low-score objective | Varies by ruleset | Yes |
| Numbered-card powers | Varies by ruleset | Published in the rules |
| Direct exchanges | Varies by ruleset | Yes |
| Immediate discard | Varies by ruleset | Yes, under its timing rules |
Source: published BANDIT rules. BANDIT is an independent card game. Cambio-style rules vary; the name is used only to identify the mechanics being compared.
FAQ
Quick answers, no rulebook voice.
Is Bandit similar to Cambio?
BANDIT shares hidden-card, memory and low-score mechanics with Cambio-style games, but it is an independent game with its own rules, powers and exchanges.
What makes Bandit different?
BANDIT's published rules include bluff, numbered-card powers, direct exchanges and immediate discards.
Is Bandit good for two players?
Yes. BANDIT is designed for 2 to 6 players.
Can I try before ordering?
Yes. Play online or watch the tutorial first.
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