
- BGG rank
- BGG #2,728
- BGG rating
- 6.6
Monza
2–6 players10–15 min2000

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Mensch ärgere Dich nicht Kids is a board game released in 2012 for 2–4 players, 15 minutes per game, and ages 4 and up. Its main mechanics are Dice Rolling.
Note: the old traditional game is here... Mensch ärgere Dich nicht / Pachisi. Mensch ärgere Dich nicht Kids is similar to the traditional version except there are 3 pawns for each player instead of 4 and on rolling the color die, the player may move one of their pawns to the next square with the same color as the die indicates. The player who brings all of their 3 pawns home is the winner.
Mensch ärgere Dich nicht Kids 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 Mensch ärgere Dich nicht Kids is 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 Mensch ärgere Dich nicht Kids for ages 4 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.
Mensch ärgere Dich nicht Kids 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.
Mensch ärgere Dich nicht Kids belongs to these categories: Children's Game, Dice, and Racing. Its main mechanics are Dice Rolling. 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 catalogue lists Mensch ärgere Dich nicht Kids 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.