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- BGG rating
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Cubulus
2011
Rules assistance for Cubulus
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- 2–3 players
- 20 min
- 8+
- Complexity 2.0/5
Rules assistant for Cubulus
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Cubulus is a board game released in 2011 for 2–3 players, 20 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Sylvain Ménager and its main mechanics are Pattern Building.
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About the game
In Cubulus you want to be the first player to create a square in your color on one side of the cube. Do this, and you win the game. On a turn, you add a colored ball to the 3x3x3 playing area by pushing it into place – possibly pushing other balls out of the way – or change the order of balls in a completed row by pushing them one space, then reinserting the ball pushed out of the row. With two players, one color of balls is neutral. Keep your eyes on all sides of the cube to prevent others from squaring off for the win.
Questions and answers
Cubulus supports 2–3 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 Cubulus is 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 Cubulus 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.
Cubulus 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.
Cubulus belongs to these categories: Abstract Strategy. Its main mechanics are Pattern Building. 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 Cubulus are: Sylvain Ménager. 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 Cubulus 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.