- BGG rank
- BGG #25,225
- BGG rating
- 5.9
Seaside Frolics
- 2–6 players
- 45 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 1986
- BGG rank
- BGG #25,876
- BGG rating
- 5.8
Globetrotters
1984
Rules assistance for Globetrotters
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–6 players
- 90 min
- 12+
- Complexity 1.7/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for Globetrotters
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Globetrotters is a board game released in 1984 for 2–6 players, 90 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Ken Evoy and its main mechanics are Set Collection and Roll / Spin and Move.
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About the game
From the box: The Game of Travel and Adventure Travel the world by air, land or water, to collect keys from around the world. Whether you plan your course strategically or react spontaneously to the game, your challenge is to defeat both your opponents and chance. Only you can decide whether to go for adventures in any of the major cities of the world, roll for the jackpot in gambling cities like vibrant Las Vegas or steamy Macao, or sail to lush tropical islands such as Hawaii, Fiji, or the Seychelles. Numerous twists and turns occur throughout your journeys, constantly affecting your fortunes. The final outcome is always in doubt until the very end. Globetrotters has been designed to accommodate any level of play. As you progress from novice traveler to seasoned globetrotter, you will discover a contest of extraordinary depth.
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Designers
Publishers
- Schmidt Spiele
- Selecta Spel en Hobby
- Irwin Toy Ltd.
- Schmidt France
- Casper
- Competo / Marektoy
Questions and answers
Globetrotters 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 Globetrotters is 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 Globetrotters for ages 12 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.
Globetrotters has a complexity rating of 1.7 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.
Globetrotters belongs to these categories: Transportation. Its main mechanics are Set Collection and 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 Globetrotters are: Ken Evoy. 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 Globetrotters 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.