
- BGG rank
- BGG #29,227
- BGG rating
- 4.5
Die Pyramide des Krimsutep
- 2–5 players
- 90 min
- Complexity 1.0/5
- 2005

2003
Rules assistance for In 80 Karten um die Welt
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In 80 Karten um die Welt is a board game released in 2003 for 3–4 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Ralf Sandfuchs and its main mechanics are Point to Point Movement, Modular Board, and Action Points.
A game about a race around the world which is set at the end of the 19th century. In this game each player takes up one of the competing nations, and each nation sends a special steam-powered "Walamob" (Water-Land-Mobile) on the voyage around the world. Action points are used to move your vehicle or to upgrade it. A vehicle may receive special movement equipment which makes it easier to move on certain types of terrain, but is may also get crew which might be helpful as well -- you can even obtain weaponry! A rightly timed Earth-Torpedo or a Rocket might slow the other down - enough to overtake him and to allow the player to take the lead himself.
In 80 Karten um die Welt supports 3–4 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 In 80 Karten um die Welt is 30 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 In 80 Karten um die Welt for ages 10 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.
In 80 Karten um die Welt has a complexity rating of 2.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-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.
In 80 Karten um die Welt belongs to these categories: Card Game, Travel, and Adventure. Its main mechanics are Point to Point Movement, Modular Board, and Action Points. 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 In 80 Karten um die Welt are: Ralf Sandfuchs. 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 In 80 Karten um die Welt 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.