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A Bunch of Fun Guys
2024
Rules assistance for A Bunch of Fun Guys
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–4 players
- 20–40 min
- 8+
- Complexity 2.0/5
Rules assistant for A Bunch of Fun Guys
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A Bunch of Fun Guys is a board game released in 2024 for 2–4 players, 20–40 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Brian Kirk and Korby Sears and its main mechanics are Contracts, Auction: Sealed Bid, and Selection Order Bid.
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About the game
In the mycological bidding game A Bunch of Fun Guys, players use foraging cards to collect mushroom cards to fulfill recipes. Do you want to get only one mushroom but have first pick of the choicest truffles? Or are you willing to take whatever is leftover for a chance at three mushrooms — or even four? Some mushrooms will let you take special actions when you collect them. Complete the most recipes to win! —description from the publisher
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A Bunch of Fun Guys supports 2–4 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 A Bunch of Fun Guys is 20–40 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 A Bunch of Fun Guys for ages 8 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.
A Bunch of Fun Guys has a complexity rating of 2.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-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.
A Bunch of Fun Guys belongs to these categories: Environmental. Its main mechanics are Contracts, Auction: Sealed Bid, and Selection Order Bid. 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 A Bunch of Fun Guys are: Brian Kirk and Korby Sears. 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 A Bunch of Fun Guys 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.