
- BGG rank
- BGG #542
- BGG rating
- 7.2
Wavelength
- 2–12 players
- 30–45 min
- Complexity 1.1/5
- 2019

2019
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On a Scale of One to T-Rex is a board game released in 2019 for 2–8 players, 15 minutes per game, and ages 7 and up. It was designed by Wolfgang Warsch and its main mechanics are Acting.
From the creators of Exploding Kittens and Wolfgang Warsch (The Mind) comes a brand new family-friendly party game for people who are bad at charades Perform ridiculous and hilarious actions at different intensities Win points by matching your intensity with another player Includes 139 cards and 58 tokens 5 minutes to learn, 15 minutes to play, 2 - 8 players —description from the publisher
On a Scale of One to T-Rex supports 2–8 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 On a Scale of One to T-Rex 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 On a Scale of One to T-Rex for ages 7 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.
On a Scale of One to T-Rex 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.
On a Scale of One to T-Rex belongs to these categories: Humor and Party Game. Its main mechanics are Acting. 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 On a Scale of One to T-Rex are: Wolfgang Warsch. 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 On a Scale of One to T-Rex 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.