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- BGG #11,784
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- 1991
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Clue Junior: The Case of the Broken Toy
2018
Rules assistance for Clue Junior: The Case of the Broken Toy
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- 2–6 players
- 15–20 min
- 5+
- Complexity 1.5/5
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Clue Junior: The Case of the Broken Toy is a board game released in 2018 for 2–6 players, 15–20 minutes per game, and ages 5 and up. Its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move, Memory, and Deduction.
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About the game
It's the case of the broken toy in this "whodunit" game for kids. In this Clue Junior game, players are on a mission to discover which toy was broken, who broke it, and what time it was broken. Players roll the die to see if they can move their character, look under other character pawns, or peek under furniture tokens for clues. Kids can play detective, marking the detective notepad as they find clues, eliminate choices, and eventually solve the mystery. The game features classic Clue characters: Miss Scarlett, Col. Mustard, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock, Prof. Plum, and Dr. Orchid. Time for an accusation? Go for it! A correct accusation wins the game. Includes gameboard, 6 character pawns, 6 furniture tokens, 7 white bases, 7 yellow bases, detective notepad, die, label sheet, and instructions.
Publishers
- Hasbro
Questions and answers
Clue Junior: The Case of the Broken Toy 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 Clue Junior: The Case of the Broken Toy is 15–20 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 Clue Junior: The Case of the Broken Toy for ages 5 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.
Clue Junior: The Case of the Broken Toy has a complexity rating of 1.5 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.
Clue Junior: The Case of the Broken Toy belongs to these categories: Children's Game, Deduction, and Murder / Mystery. Its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move, Memory, and Deduction. 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 Clue Junior: The Case of the Broken Toy 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.