- BGG rank
- BGG #5,658
- BGG rating
- 7.3
JamSumo
- 2–4 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.2/5
- 2014
- BGG rank
- BGG #12,413
- BGG rating
- 7.5
JamSumo (Second Edition)
2020
Rules assistance for JamSumo (Second Edition)
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- 2–5 players
- 30 min
- 6+
- Complexity 1.0/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for JamSumo (Second Edition)
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JamSumo (Second Edition) is a board game released in 2020 for 2–5 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. It was designed by Gavin Birnbaum and its main mechanics are Flicking.
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About the game
The second edition of JamSumo now supports up to 5 players. New Features: Circular board. 5 platforms that can be removed and positioned to accommodate the various player counts. Each player receives 5 dice. In ’Jam‘ the platforms have a new 'JAM line' which keeps the hole at a distance of 11cm so the 'hole in 1' shot is just as elusive. In ’Sumo’ the platforms include a 'protection pier' which will protect you from a 'blast' shot from a ‘kamikaze’ neighbour.
Questions and answers
JamSumo (Second Edition) supports 2–5 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 JamSumo (Second Edition) 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 JamSumo (Second Edition) 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.
JamSumo (Second Edition) 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.
JamSumo (Second Edition) belongs to these categories: Dice and Action / Dexterity. Its main mechanics are Flicking. 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 JamSumo (Second Edition) are: Gavin Birnbaum. 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 JamSumo (Second Edition) 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.