- BGG rank
- BGG #3,622
- BGG rating
- 7.1
Import / Export
- 2–6 players
- 45–90 min
- Complexity 3.2/5
- 2017
- BGG rank
- BGG #14,756
- BGG rating
- 9.2
Poker Peril
2025
Rules assistance for Poker Peril
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–4 players
- 7–45 min
- 8+
- Complexity 2.0/5
Rules assistant for Poker Peril
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Poker Peril is a board game released in 2025 for 2–4 players, 7–45 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Andrew Wood and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Drawing.
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About the game
2 Minutes to Learn. A Lifetime of Entertainment. Build, bluff, and outplay your opponents in this quick-thinking card game where poker hands meet tactical grid-building. Each player is dealt 5 cards and takes turns drawing 1 and playing 1, slowly crafting poker hands across their own felt. But you're not just playing your hand—you're watching everyone else's. Tension builds as the deck runs out... When all sections are filled, it’s showtime. The strongest hands in each section win gold coins, and one step closer to victory. Use the dynamic Peril Cards to enhance gameplay. 6-7 minutes of highly-strategic hands. 30-35 minutes to crown a victor. 45 minute games if you find yourself playing with Captain Wadoobie :) Contents 4 Durable Poker Felts (Double Sided 2-Player Print) 2 Quality Decks (1 Childproof PVC) 2 Peril Decks (1 Childproof PVC) 4 Wooden Card Holders 30 Coins w/ Bag Instructions w/ QRs Logo Game Bag —description from the publisher
Designers
Publishers
- Poker Peril LLC
Questions and answers
Poker Peril 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 Poker Peril is 7–45 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 Poker Peril for ages 8 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.
Poker Peril has a complexity rating of 2.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-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.
Poker Peril belongs to these categories: Card Game, Bluffing, and Pirates. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers, Hand Management, and Drawing. 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 Poker Peril are: Andrew Wood. 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 Poker Peril 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.