Frequently Asked Questions

They are for you to write your personal experiences and burnout-healing references. Personalize the game with bosses you survived, crises you averted, or simply proud moments. Choose a fitting effect for them and use it as a reminder.

2–5 players. When learning the game, 2–3 players are recommended since it is more dynamic and helps you become familiar with the rules faster.

Yes, if most of you have already played before. Rounds will be slower, and market events will cause more chaos. Keep that in mind, and the game will be even more challenging.

No. If you just made a regional or VC funding and another player wants to steal it from you, you cannot use those cards.

You must leave them face down without looking at them. They will be for the winner of the battle.

The other startup takes all the remaining cards in your hand. You are no longer a startup.

Because they are very powerful. For example, some -2 cards allow you to remove 2 cards from your rival's attack or defense. That is huge, since you can effectively disable their play.

Yes. Some of the best strategies include defending with a -1 or -2 buzzword, or attacking with a low-value/buzzword card to deplete your rival’s strong defenses. Be creative, because in PLAI, just like in real startups, lying can be rewarded.

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