
- BGG rank
- BGG #28,394
- BGG rating
- 5.4
Pirate and Traveler
- 2–4 players
- 60 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 1908

1989
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Hägar ruft zum Beutefest is a board game released in 1989 for 2–6 players, 60 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. Its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move and Point to Point Movement.
The best thing Hägar knows is how to travel to foreign countries and loot whatever he can reach. The Vikings set sail from the harbors of the Nordic countries and travel across Europe to loot the rich cities. On the way they encounter dangerous adventures and the destiny of their Gods. Anything can happen. Hägar and his companions don't hesitate to steal from each other or even to shoot arrows at each other. At home their wives have waited for a long time for their tired warriors to return with the loot. So the Vikings don't know until the pillaging celebration who has the most valuable loot. The game ends, when one Viking returns after 7 successful lootings. Most wealth wins.
Hägar ruft zum Beutefest 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 Hägar ruft zum Beutefest is 60 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 Hägar ruft zum Beutefest for ages 8 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.
Hägar ruft zum Beutefest has a complexity rating of 1.2 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.
Hägar ruft zum Beutefest belongs to these categories: Humor, Comic Book / Strip, and Travel. Its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move and Point to Point Movement. 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 Hägar ruft zum Beutefest 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.