Stockpile
In Stockpile, you play as investors looking to make a fortune in the stock market. The core of the game revolves around anticipating market trends and making shrewd trades. Each round, information about upcoming stock values is secretly distributed amongst players, some of which is accurate and some of which is misleading, creating a blend of speculation and calculated risk.
The game features a unique bidding mechanic where players bid on piles of stock cards, some face-up and some face-down. The order in which you bid determines the price you pay, offering a trade-off between information and cost. Clever use of insider information, combined with a bit of luck, can lead to massive profits, while miscalculations can leave you with a portfolio of worthless assets.