
- BGG rank
- BGG #1,516
- BGG rating
- 7.5
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- 1–4 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.9/5
- 2022

Rules assistance for Bogoss
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with saved question history.

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Bogoss is a board game released in 2007 for 2–4 players, 15 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. Its main mechanics are Set Collection.
From the editor box: "Find 6 parts of a skeleton, what an odd challenge... buy be careful of broken bones... An exchange game with phosphorescent cards so you can also play in the dark!" Aim of the game: Be the first to piece together 2 unbroken skeletons or 1 single broken skeleton" The game comes with: 30 Skeleton cards (green symbols) 12 broken skeletons cards (red symbols) 2 joker total: 44 luminous cards
Bogoss 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 Bogoss is 15 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 Bogoss for ages 6 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.
Bogoss 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.
Bogoss belongs to these categories: Card Game and Children's Game. Its main mechanics are Set Collection. 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 catalogue lists Bogoss 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.