
- BGG rank
- BGG #14,353
- BGG rating
- 6.3
Taiga
- 2–6 players
- 15 min
- Complexity 1.1/5
- 2010

2008
Rules assistance for Fladderadatsch
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
For 2 players

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Fladderadatsch is a board game released in 2008 for 2–5 players, 20 minutes per game, and ages 5 and up. It was designed by Jacques Zeimet and its main mechanics are Set Collection and Memory.
From publishers page: Naturalist Florian Flügel photographs everything that flies in the air, whether bumblebee, butterfly or hot-air balloon. However, in doing so, he often overlooks what is lying in front of him in the meadow. In the game of Fladderadatsch, the players move the magnetic game figure of Florian Flügel over the gameboard, trying to have him avoid stepping into the hidden (also magnetic) pieces of horse- and cow-dung. The object is to collect the most photo cards by using the game figure. The themes of these cards are also depicted on the tiles of the gameboard under which unpleasant surprises might be hidden. Fortunately, the naturalist has a wooden footstool on which you can put him in the nick of time in order to save him from a misstep. Who can succeed in taking the most photos of all flying animals and objects before Florians’ shoes are ruined? As you play the thrilling and hilarious “heap leap” of Fladderadatsch, you'll have the best chance of winning if you have a good ability to memorize — and, in particular, if you keep your balance in spite of the other players' malicious joy.
Fladderadatsch supports 2–5 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 Fladderadatsch 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 Fladderadatsch 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.
Fladderadatsch 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.
Fladderadatsch belongs to these categories: Animals, Children's Game, and Memory. Its main mechanics are Set Collection and Memory. 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 Fladderadatsch are: Jacques Zeimet. 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 Fladderadatsch 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.