
- BGG rank
- BGG #2,574
- BGG rating
- 7.1
Ghosts of Christmas
- 3–4 players
- 40 min
- Complexity 2.3/5
- 2019

2024
Rules assistance for LUZ
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
For 3 players

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LUZ is a board game released in 2024 for 3–5 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by 新澤 大樹 (Taiki Shinzawa) and its main mechanics are Deduction and Trick-taking.
As you enter the Cathedral, you're suddenly gripped by the magnitude of the challenge ahead. Compose with color and light to leave your competitors in the shadow! In this trick taking game, hold your cards in your hand without looking at them. While you know the suits, only your opponents know the values of your cards. Look at your opponents' hands to deduce the value of your cards and bet the number of tricks you think you will win. —description from the publisher
LUZ 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 LUZ is 30 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 LUZ for ages 10 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.
LUZ has a complexity rating of 1.7 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.
LUZ belongs to these categories: Card Game and Deduction. Its main mechanics are Deduction and Trick-taking. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of LUZ are: 新澤 大樹 (Taiki Shinzawa). 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 LUZ 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.