Bandido

Bandido is a cooperative card game where all players work together to stop a cunning prisoner from breaking out of jail. By laying cards to extend and block a tunnel network, the group must seal off every exit before the prisoner finds a way through.

Each turn, play a card from your hand to continue the tunnel, trying to close off all open paths. The catch: you can't show your cards to other players, so cooperation relies on communication and intuition. Seal every exit and the group wins — leave one open and Bandido escapes.

What's good?

• Fully cooperative — everyone wins or loses together
• Simple rules that are easy to explain to any age
• Plays in 10–15 minutes — ideal for a quick game or a warm-up
• Compact enough to slip into a bag and play anywhere

Who is it for?

• ✔ Families with children aged 6 and up
• ✔ Players new to cooperative games looking for an accessible entry point
• ✔ Travellers wanting a pocket-sized game that plays fast
• ✖ Not suited to players wanting competitive play or longer sessions

A standalone game. Can be combined with Bandida for expanded play.

Pair with: Bandida and more titles in the Helvetiq collection.