
- BGG rank
- BGG #29,743
- BGG rating
- 5.1
Merlin
- 1–2 players
- 1 min
- Complexity 1.5/5
- 1978

2008
Rules assistance for Guess Who? Extra
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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Guess Who? Extra is a board game released in 2008 for 2 players, 10 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. Its main mechanics are Memory.
From the Manufacturer: It's the same classic game of Guess Who? but with tons of fun extras. This deluxe version of Guess Who has 6 different character themes and 120 new characters to play with. An electric timer, light, and sounds also accompany the fun. All game pieces are contained in the new compact case so kids can bring their gaming fun on the go. Requires two 1.5V AAA or R03 size batteries- not included. Ages 6 and up.
Guess Who? Extra supports 2 players according to the catalogue. This is the publisher’s listed player count, so the game is designed for exactly that number of participants. Variants for other group sizes, if any, are described in the rulebook of your edition, so check it before setting up a different configuration.
The listed playing time for Guess Who? Extra is 10 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 Guess Who? Extra for ages 6 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.
Guess Who? Extra has a complexity rating of 1.1 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.
Guess Who? Extra belongs to these categories: Children's Game, Deduction, and Memory. Its main mechanics are 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 catalogue lists Guess Who? Extra 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.