- BGG rank
- BGG #28,860
- BGG rating
- 5.5
Ninjan
2–5 players15–30 min2024
Complexity 1.0/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #22,182
- BGG rating
- 6.4
Loop 40
2026
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Loop 40 is a board game released in 2026 for 3–5 players, 20 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by 6jizo.
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About the game
Loop 40 is a fast, strategic number climbing game where the numbers 1 to 40 wrap around in a never-ending loop. In this game, there is no absolute "highest" card. The first card played each round determines the strength of the cards. The goal is to be the first to empty your hand. However, the path to victory is a double-edged sword! The last player to play a card wins the turn, but they must add all of the cards played by the other players back into their hand. Every card you pick up is a risk, but if those numbers connect into a sequence, you gain the power to play massive sets and outmaneuver your opponents the next time you go around the loop. With shifting strengths and tough decisions in every loop, will you push to empty your hand or strategically collect cards to build a stronger sequence? —description from the publisher
Editions
- Loop 40ENOink Games2026
Questions and answers
Loop 40 supports 3–5 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Loop 40 is 20 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Loop 40 for ages 8 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Loop 40 has a complexity rating of 1.5 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Loop 40 belongs to these categories: Card Game. Categories describe the theme, setting and style of a game rather than its rules. Filter the catalogue by the same category to find similar games when you enjoyed Loop 40 and want something comparable for your next game night.
The credited designers of Loop 40 are: 6jizo. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Loop 40 as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.