
- BGG rank
- BGG #15,586
- BGG rating
- 6.3
Der HeidelBÄR
- 3–6 players
- 20 min
- Complexity 1.1/5
- 2009

2008
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Ärger Dich schwarz! is a board game expansion released in 2008 for 2–6 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Frank Stark and its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move.
This is an expansion for "Mensch Ärgere Dich Nicht" (Pachisi, Aggravation). It adds more possibilities to this classic game. Instead of rolling the dice you can play a card. The cards can dramatically change the game. Expands: Pachisi
Ärger Dich schwarz! supports 2–6 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 Ärger Dich schwarz! is 30 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 Ärger Dich schwarz! 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.
Ärger Dich schwarz! has a complexity rating of 1.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a 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.
Ärger Dich schwarz! belongs to these categories: Card Game, Humor, and Dice. Its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move. 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 Ärger Dich schwarz! are: Frank Stark. 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 Ärger Dich schwarz! as an expansion. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to an existing base game and usually cannot be played on their own. Check the box or publisher description for the exact base game required, and make sure your edition of that game is compatible with this expansion.