
- BGG rank
- BGG #803
- BGG rating
- 7.7
Moonrakers
- 1–5 players
- 60–120 min
- Complexity 2.5/5
- 2020

2026
Rules assistance for Hypothetically
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.

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Hypothetically is a board game released in 2026 for 3–6 players, 20 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Robert Hovakimyan, Max Anderson, Austin Harrison, and Zac Dixon and its main mechanics are Questions and Answers.
In Hypothetically, players take turns selecting ridiculous prompts about themselves, such as “How many chickens have you seen in your lifetime?” Everyone else secretly writes the number they think that player will answer. When everyone is ready, reveal and score based on who gets closest to the player’s revealed answer. Collect the most points at the end of 2 (or more) rounds to win. With 400 scenarios (200 cards with 2 prompts each), you’ll enjoy many laughs around the table! Limited Edition features: numbered box + 10 extra game night themed scenario cards (20 prompts total) —description from the publisher
Hypothetically supports 3–6 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 Hypothetically 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 Hypothetically for ages 14 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.
Hypothetically 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.
Hypothetically belongs to these categories: Party Game. Its main mechanics are Questions and Answers. 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 Hypothetically are: Robert Hovakimyan, Max Anderson, Austin Harrison, and Zac Dixon. 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 Hypothetically 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.