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product_id: 56789464
title: "Hive Carbon"
brand: "huch & friends"
price: "$71.44"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Huch & Friends"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/56789464-hive-carbon
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# 20 min quick play sleek carbon black & white design 2-player strategic duel Hive Carbon

**Brand:** huch & friends
**Price:** $71.44
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Master the art of strategy with Hive Carbon — where elegance meets intellect.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hive Carbon by huch & friends
- **How much does it cost?** $71.44 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/56789464-hive-carbon)

## Best For

- huch & friends enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted huch & friends brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Quick Yet Deep:** Engaging 20-minute matches perfect for busy pros
- • **Portable & Ready:** Compact, no assembly needed—play anywhere, anytime
- • **Iconic Insect Pieces:** Includes unique Mosquito & special Ladybug tokens
- • **Award-Winning Strategy:** Mensa Select honored for brainy gameplay
- • **Elegant Carbon Aesthetic:** Classic black & white pieces for a sophisticated vibe

## Overview

Hive Carbon is a sleek, award-winning 2-player abstract strategy game featuring a stylish black and white carbon design. With quick 20-minute rounds and unique insect-themed pieces like the Mosquito and Ladybug, it’s perfect for professionals seeking a portable, intellectually stimulating game that fits their fast-paced lifestyle.

## Description

Product Description We are proud to announce the special edition Hive carbon. This game is still the same as our award-winning flagship Hive game, but with a carbon twist, an alternative to the existing set of pieces for those who prefer a classic black and white color scheme. Included with this edition will be the infamous Mosquito piece and a very special ladybug piece. Directions Instructions in French

Review: Excellent product and a game suitable for all ages - One of 3 excellent versions of Hive, an excellent, 2 player strategy game. All 3 are aesthetically satisfying to play with and it is difficult to choose a 'best' version. This has, perhaps, a more adult feel and look about it, but this is a matter of personal choice. Very good, quality product and highly recommended. N.B. This has been referred to as 'insect chess' and 'chess without a board' and it is an ideal introduction for young children but in this case the colour version would probably be more appealing.
Review: Fantastic 2 player game - Lovely game that I keep in my bag at all times. Perfect to play in a pub or cafe.

## Features

- Recommended ages : 8+
- Number of players : 2
- Playing time : 20 Min.
- Introducing, Hive Carbon, the game you love with a new look and an added bonus!, Wyprodukowano przez Gen42 Games, zainspirowane za doskonałość mensa Select
- Zwycięzca międzynarodowej nagrody dla graczy, Hergestellt von Gen42 Games, geehrt für Exzellenz von MENSA Select

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00472O26K |
| Age Range Description | Teen |
| Age range (description) | Teen |
| Best Sellers Rank | 175,205 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 98 in Tile-Based Games |
| Brand | Huch & Friends |
| Brand Name | Huch & Friends |
| Colour | Black, White |
| Container Type | Box |
| Country Of Origin | China |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 143 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | Develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills |
| Estimated Playing Time | 20 Minutes |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00718122212132 |
| Grenre | Abstract Strategy |
| Included Components | Hive Carbon |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 6.4 x 20.8 x 20.8 centimetres |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 45.7L x 22.9W centimetres |
| Item Part Number | 0718122212132 |
| Item Type Name | Game |
| Item Weight | 620 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Smart Zone Games |
| Manufacturer Part Number | TCI008SZG |
| Material | carbon |
| Material Type | carbon |
| Maximum Age Recommendation | 18 |
| Model Name | Hive Carbon |
| Model Number | TCI008SZG |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| Number of Items | 26 |
| Number of Players | 2 |
| Number of players | 2 |
| Operation Mode | manual |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Carbon Twist |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Power Source | manual |
| Product Style | Classic |
| Set Name | Hive Carbon |
| Size | Full-Size |
| Subject Character | Mosquito, Ladybug |
| Theme | Games |
| UPC | 793631339235 081316492147 718122212132 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** Teen
- **Brand:** Huch & Friends
- **Material:** carbon
- **Number of players:** 2
- **Theme:** Games

## Images

![Hive Carbon - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71hm8asdd5L.jpg)
![Hive Carbon - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91KxAFzZiCL.jpg)
![Hive Carbon - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7151Q3x0hkL.jpg)
![Hive Carbon - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WmfecdWjL.jpg)
![Hive Carbon - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71XvjlewXoL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it includes Mosquito and Ladybug ?**
A: Yes it includes the Mosquito and the Ladybug pieces. It does not include the Pillbug which can be purchased separately in the Carbon variety. Wonderful game - enjoy!

**Q: What is the difference between hive and hive carbon?**
A: Hive Carbon pieces are black tiles with white creatures on them and white tiles with black creatures on. Normal Hive pieces are black and white tiles with different coloured creatures on them. Hope this helps.

**Q: If you bought this and the normal coloured version could you perhaps somehow play it up to 4 players?**
A: The thought had crossed my mind in the past, but could be very complicated to actually play. Imagine trying to play chess with four sets of pieces. Hive was developed as a two player fairly quick game to play, so I would think it best to stick to that.

**Q: Are there any plans to produce a pocket carbon version of Hive?**
A: No plans.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent product and a game suitable for all ages
*by T***S on 17 November 2017*

One of 3 excellent versions of Hive, an excellent, 2 player strategy game. All 3 are aesthetically satisfying to play with and it is difficult to choose a 'best' version. This has, perhaps, a more adult feel and look about it, but this is a matter of personal choice. Very good, quality product and highly recommended. N.B. This has been referred to as 'insect chess' and 'chess without a board' and it is an ideal introduction for young children but in this case the colour version would probably be more appealing.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic 2 player game
*by T***Z on 10 December 2022*

Lovely game that I keep in my bag at all times. Perfect to play in a pub or cafe.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ they fit
*by D***D on 10 November 2023*

nice set bit tricky learning the move's consulting utube best way

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*Last updated: 2026-07-26*