
- BGG rank
- BGG #18,304
- BGG rating
- 5.9
Daddy Cool
- 2–6 players
- 20 min
- Complexity 1.1/5
- 2004

2016
Rules assistance for Ich glaub, mein Schwein pfeift
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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Ich glaub, mein Schwein pfeift is a board game released in 2016 for 2–4 players, 10–15 minutes per game, and ages 5 and up. It was designed by Heinz Meister and its main mechanics are Push Your Luck.
The pig pen is busy! Farmer Kasulke has just put some fresh apples in the feed boxes and now all the piglets are excitedly running around. But getting to the sweet apples is not so easy. Only the player who has a bit of luck guessing and keeps an eye on the other players’ piglets can let his or her piglet whistle or jump at the right time ... and thus collect the coveted apples. A clever guessing rally. - quick to explain and get started - a bluffing and competitive game for the whole family ••• German publisher's text: Auf dem Schweinehof geht’s rund! Denn Bauer Kasulke hat frische Äpfel in die Futterkisten gelegt. Da sausen alle Schweinchen los. Aber ganz so einfach kommt man nicht an die süßen Äpfel. Nur wer etwas Rateglück hat und die Schweinchen der Mitspieler im Blick behält, kann im richtigen Moment sein Schweinchen pfeifen oder springen lassen … und so die begehrten Äpfel sammeln. Eine pfiffige Raterallye. • kurz erklärt und schnell losgespielt • Bluff- und Wettlaufspiel für die ganze Familie
Ich glaub, mein Schwein pfeift supports 2–4 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 Ich glaub, mein Schwein pfeift is 10–15 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 Ich glaub, mein Schwein pfeift for ages 5 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.
Ich glaub, mein Schwein pfeift 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.
Ich glaub, mein Schwein pfeift belongs to these categories: Animals, Children's Game, and Bluffing. Its main mechanics are Push Your Luck. 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 Ich glaub, mein Schwein pfeift are: Heinz Meister. 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 Ich glaub, mein Schwein pfeift 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.