
- BGG rank
- BGG #29,485
- BGG rating
- 5.3
Santa vs Jesus
- 4–16 players
- 50–90 min
- Complexity 1.0/5
- 2016

2010
Rules assistance for Game for Fame
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Game for Fame is a board game released in 2010 for 4–16 players, 30–90 minutes per game, and ages 13 and up. It was designed by David McGranaghan, Julian Miller, and Joseph Pitcher and its main mechanics are Paper-and-Pencil, Role Playing, and Acting.
Game for Fame is the party board game that separates the A-List from the Zzz-List, and just like the real world of celebrity you don't need any talent to win. Work towards the red carpet (and avoid Re-hab) by working in teams in a number of fun games such as trying to talk with your tongue hanging out your mouth or guess which accent your team is attempting. But don't get too friendly, as players also have to backstab their team mates for solo cash prizes. In Game For Fame there can only be one winner, the player with the most money.
Game for Fame supports 4–16 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 Game for Fame is 30–90 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 Game for Fame for ages 13 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.
Game for Fame 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.
Game for Fame belongs to these categories: Humor and Party Game. Its main mechanics are Paper-and-Pencil, Role Playing, and Acting. 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 Game for Fame are: David McGranaghan, Julian Miller, and Joseph Pitcher. 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 Game for Fame 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.