
- BGG rank
- BGG #16,948
- BGG rating
- 7.0
熊之島 (Isle of Bears)
2 players10–15 min2026

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Over Under Ostrich is a board game released in 2019 for 2–8 players, 5–10 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. It was designed by Cory Muddiman and Ryan Kelems and its main mechanics are Physical Removal.
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Over Under Ostrich 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 Over Under Ostrich is 5–10 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 Over Under Ostrich 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.
Over Under Ostrich belongs to these categories: Card Game and Animals. Its main mechanics are Physical Removal. 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 Over Under Ostrich are: Cory Muddiman and Ryan Kelems. 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 Over Under Ostrich 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.