
- BGG rank
- BGG #20,538
- BGG rating
- 6.3
Dschungelrennen
- 2–5 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 1989

1988
Rules assistance for First to Reverse
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First to Reverse is a board game released in 1988 for 2–4 players, 20 minutes per game, and ages 5 and up. It was designed by Wolfgang Riedesser and its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move.
In this simple racing game, a racing car, a motorcycle, a bicycle and a roller skater are competing. Each rolls varying number of dice, some of which are d3 instead of d6. The race is even because each racer has a different turnaround point (the race is won by the first to get back to the starting point after reaching his turnaround point). On average, all racers should finish neck-and-neck.
First to Reverse 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 First to Reverse 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 First to Reverse 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.
First to Reverse 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.
First to Reverse belongs to these categories: Children's Game and Racing. 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 First to Reverse are: Wolfgang Riedesser. 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 First to Reverse 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.