
- BGG rank
- BGG #7,036
- BGG rating
- 6.8
Kim-Joy's Magic Bakery
- 2–5 players
- 15–30 min
- Complexity 1.4/5
- 2021

Rules assistance for Pitchstorm: Animation
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.

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Pitchstorm: Animation is an expansion for Pitchstorm released in 2019 for 3–12 players, 15–30 minutes per game, and ages 14 and up. It was designed by Ben Kepner and its main mechanics are Storytelling and Team-Based Game.
A timeless expansion for Pitchstorm. From classic fairytales to Saturday morning cartoons, the Animation Expansion for Pitchstorm adds 100 cards inspired by the best and weirdest animation we’ve seen. Whether you’re a kid at heart or you hate children, this deck will add animated flair to all of your terrible movie pitches.
Pitchstorm: Animation supports 3–12 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 Pitchstorm: Animation 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 Pitchstorm: Animation for ages 14 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.
Pitchstorm: Animation belongs to these categories: Card Game, Humor, and Party Game. Its main mechanics are Storytelling and Team-Based Game. 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 Pitchstorm: Animation are: Ben Kepner. 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 Pitchstorm: Animation as an expansion for Pitchstorm. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Pitchstorm to use it. Check that your edition of Pitchstorm is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.