- BGG rank
- BGG #17,871
- BGG rating
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Pokémon Master Trainer II
- 2–6 players
- 45 min
- Complexity 2.3/5
- 2001
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- BGG rating
- 5.2
Pokémon Master Trainer III
2005
Rules assistance for Pokémon Master Trainer III
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–4 players
- 45 min
- 7+
- Complexity 1.2/5
Rules assistant for Pokémon Master Trainer III
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Pokémon Master Trainer III is a board game released in 2005 for 2–4 players, 45 minutes per game, and ages 7 and up. Its main mechanics are Set Collection and Roll / Spin and Move.
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About the game
A sequel to "Pokémon Master Trainer" (even though this game has the exact same title), players spin a spinner and then move their Pokémon Trainer around the board, battling and acquiring new Pokémon by comparing battle strength. (There are a total of 300 different Pokémon in this edition.) Item cards can be used to boost a player's odds of winning battles. Along the way, players may have to battle Gym Leaders and each other. Ultimately, whomever collects the most Pokémon Chips (the game's currency) will be named the "Master Trainer."
Mechanics
Publishers
- Milton Bradley
Questions and answers
Pokémon Master Trainer III 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 Pokémon Master Trainer III is 45 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 Pokémon Master Trainer III 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.
Pokémon Master Trainer III has a complexity rating of 1.2 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.
Pokémon Master Trainer III belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Fighting, and Children's Game. Its main mechanics are Set Collection and Roll / Spin and Move. 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 Pokémon Master Trainer III 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.