
- BGG rank
- BGG #43
- BGG rating
- 8.1
Crokinole
2–4 players30 min1876
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Jenga BOOM is a board game released in 2012 for 1–4 players, 10 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up.
A spin-off of the popular Jenga dexterity game, Jenga BOOM's gameplay remains largely the same as its forebear, with one big twist: the tower of wooden blocks rests upon a plastic "bomb" platform. Before the game starts, players pull a string on the side to start the ticking timer. Each turn, a player must press the "play" button to restart the timer and then a "stop" button once he's finished his turn. When the timer runs out, the platform drops, leveling the tower, and the player whose turn it is loses.
Jenga BOOM supports 1–4 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 Jenga BOOM is 10 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 Jenga BOOM 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.
Jenga BOOM 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.
Jenga BOOM belongs to these categories: Action / Dexterity. Categories describe the theme, setting and style of a game rather than its rules. Filter the catalogue by the same category to find similar games when you enjoyed Jenga BOOM and want something comparable for your next game night.
The catalogue lists Jenga BOOM 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.