- BGG rank
- BGG #8,890
- BGG rating
- 5.8
Pass the Bomb
- 2–10 players
- 20 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 1994
- BGG rank
- BGG #15,552
- BGG rating
- 6.1
Pass the Bomb Junior
1999
Rules assistance for Pass the Bomb Junior
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–12 players
- 15–30 min
- 7+
- Complexity 1.1/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for Pass the Bomb Junior
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Pass the Bomb Junior is a board game released in 1999 for 2–12 players, 15–30 minutes per game, and ages 7 and up. It was designed by Juan Rodriguez, Sylvie Barc, and Los Rodriguez and its main mechanics are Storytelling and Rock-Paper-Scissors.
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About the game
An association game. Draw a card with a word eg. a beach. name something on a beach an then it's the next players turn. You lose if you fail to come up with a word when the bomb explodes. Similar to its older sibling Pass the Bomb this version is for younger players. Children will easily recognize the familiar scenes on each card. In turn, each player has to think of an object that might be found in the picture on the card: for instance, if the scene is a beach, then perhaps 'sandcastle,' or ‘bucket,’ or even ‘whale’ might be good answers. What makes this game a fun challenge is a time bomb which is passed to each player on their turn. Be quick, because the bomb goes off at a random interval somewhere between 10 seconds and 1 minute. If you are holding the bomb when it 'explodes', you have to keep the card. The player with the least number of cards is the winner! Educational and great fun for kids. 2 or more players. Ages 5 and up CONTENTS: 55 Game Cards, Rules, Electronic Bomb (Batteries Included). NOTE: This Junior version is significantly different than the Regular version in that the Junior version does not have a randomizing die and it features picture cards rather than letter cards.
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Questions and answers
Pass the Bomb Junior supports 2–12 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 Pass the Bomb Junior is 15–30 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 Pass the Bomb Junior 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.
Pass the Bomb Junior has a complexity rating of 1.1 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.
Pass the Bomb Junior belongs to these categories: Word Game and Children's Game. Its main mechanics are Storytelling and Rock-Paper-Scissors. 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 Pass the Bomb Junior are: Juan Rodriguez, Sylvie Barc, and Los Rodriguez. 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 Pass the Bomb Junior 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.