
- BGG rank
- BGG #2,274
- BGG rating
- 6.9
Château Roquefort
- 2–4 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.6/5
- 2007

Rules assistance for Pizza Party
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Pizza Party is a board game released in 1987 for 2–4 players, 10–15 minutes per game, and ages 4 and up. Its main mechanics are Set Collection and Memory.
Pizza Party is a quick and simple variation of Memory for children which becomes much more adult and exciting when money is wagered on the outcome. Each player gets a color-coded pizza slice with six slots used to hold topping discs. There are six discs of four different toppings placed face down on the table along with two "switch" ones for each color. Players flip one over on their turn and add it to their slice if it matches the topping they already have. If a "switch" one is revealed, the player trades his or her slice with the player of the corresponding color or with any player if his or her own color is revealed. Ages 4 to 8
Pizza Party 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 Pizza Party is 10–15 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 Pizza Party 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.
Pizza Party 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.
Pizza Party belongs to these categories: Children's Game and Memory. Its main mechanics are Set Collection and Memory. 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 Pizza Party 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.