
- BGG rank
- BGG #22,012
- BGG rating
- 5.8
Bakschisch
- 2–4 players
- 60 min
- Complexity 1.7/5
- 1995

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Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod: Das große Spiel is a board game released in 2007 for 2–6 players, 45 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Fritz Gruber and Bastian Sick.
Based on the popular series of books on German grammar by Bastian Sick, "Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod". Playing as a group, in pairs or as individuals, players attempt to navigate the maze of German language by answering questions on grammar. Movement around the board is limited by the players' confidence in their answer (50-100%). If they answer correctly, they may move forward, but a wrong answer sees them moving back. See also Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod
Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod: Das große Spiel 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 Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod: Das große Spiel is 45 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 Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod: Das große Spiel for ages 14 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.
Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod: Das große Spiel 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.
Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod: Das große Spiel belongs to these categories: Word Game, Trivia, and Educational. Categories describe the theme, setting and style of a game rather than its rules. Filter the catalogue by the same category to find similar games when you enjoyed Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod: Das große Spiel and want something comparable for your next game night.
The credited designers of Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod: Das große Spiel are: Fritz Gruber and Bastian Sick. 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 Der Dativ ist dem Genitiv sein Tod: Das große Spiel 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.