The Fox in the Forest Deluxe – Two-Player Trick-Taking Card Game

A clever fairy-tale card game where winning too much can cost you the game! The Fox in the Forest Deluxe by Renegade Game Studios is a beautifully illustrated two-player trick-taking game filled with clever card powers, tactical decisions and push-your-luck scoring.

Use the abilities of fairy-tale characters to change the trump suit, lead after losing a trick and manipulate the flow of the game. But don't get greedy – taking too many tricks can leave you with fewer points.

Designed for 2 players aged 10+, with games taking around 30 minutes, the Deluxe Edition adds three new modules for even more variety.

What Is The Fox in the Forest Deluxe?

The Fox in the Forest Deluxe is an upgraded edition of the acclaimed The Fox in the Forest, designed by Joshua Buergel.

Players compete over a series of tricks using a deck of fairy-tale character cards. Each character has a special ability that can change the rules of the trick, creating opportunities to surprise your opponent and turn an apparently losing hand into a winning one.

The key twist is the scoring. Winning more tricks isn't always better – take too many and you can actually score fewer points.

How to Play

Each player receives a hand of cards featuring three suits: Bells, Keys and Moons. One suit becomes the trump suit, and players take turns playing cards to win tricks.

Character cards introduce special abilities that can alter the normal rules. Depending on the card played, you might change the trump suit, lead the next trick even after losing or manipulate other aspects of play.

At the end of the hand, your score depends on how many tricks you've taken. The player who finds the right balance between winning and restraint will often come out ahead.

The Deluxe Edition adds three optional modules: Special Cards, Goal Cards and Poison Cards. You can use them individually or combine them for a more varied experience.

Why You'll Love It

• Designed specifically for two – A brilliant head-to-head card game.

• Trick-taking with a twist – Familiar rules become much more tactical.

• Don't get greedy – Winning too many tricks can hurt your score.

• Unique character powers – Special abilities keep every hand interesting.

• Three new modules – Add Special, Goal and Poison Cards to change the game.

• Beautiful Deluxe presentation – New illustrations, foil-stamped cards and acrylic scoring tokens.

• Quick to play – Around 30 minutes makes it ideal for a couple of games.

• Highly portable – A compact card game for holidays, travel or game nights.

Who Is The Fox in the Forest Deluxe For?

This is an excellent choice for couples, two-player gamers, card-game fans and players who enjoy clever competitive games.

It's particularly appealing if you like trick-taking games but want something more strategic than traditional playing-card games. The Deluxe modules also make it a great choice for existing fans of the original.

Main Mechanics

• Trick taking

• Hand management

• Variable scoring

• Card powers

• Push your luck

• Tactical card play

• Player interaction

• Set collection

• Risk and reward

Games Like The Fox in the Forest Deluxe

If you enjoy The Crew, Jaipur, Lost Cities, Scout or other clever two-player card games, The Fox in the Forest Deluxe is worth exploring. Its combination of trick-taking, special abilities and unusual scoring gives it a distinctive feel.

Game Information

What's Included?

The Deluxe Edition includes:

• 33 Base Game Cards

• 9 Special Cards

• 16 Goal Cards

• 3 Poison Cards

• 2 Reference Cards

• 17 Scoring Tokens

• 1 Rulebook

The Deluxe version also features new illustrations, foil-stamped cards and acrylic scoring tokens.

FAQ

How many people can play The Fox in the Forest Deluxe?
It is designed specifically for 2 players.

How long does it take to play?
A game takes around 30 minutes, making it an excellent quick two-player game.

What age is The Fox in the Forest Deluxe for?
It is recommended for ages 10+.

What makes the Deluxe Edition different?
Alongside upgraded artwork, foil-stamped cards and acrylic tokens, it adds three optional modules: Special Cards, Goal Cards and Poison Cards.

Can I play without the new modules?
Yes. The Deluxe Edition includes the complete base game, so you can start with the classic rules and introduce the new modules as you wish.

Is The Fox in the Forest Deluxe good for couples?
Absolutely. It is specifically designed for two players and offers plenty of tactical interaction without requiring a long gaming session.

Buy The Fox in the Forest Deluxe from Roll The Dice Cornwall

Enter a beautifully illustrated fairy-tale forest with The Fox in the Forest Deluxe. With clever trick-taking, unusual scoring and three optional modules, it's a superb two-player card game for couples, competitive friends and fans of tactical games.