- BGG rank
- BGG #23,089
- BGG rating
- 6.2
Even Steven's Odd
- 2–4 players
- 20 min
- Complexity 1.0/5
- 2013
- BGG rank
- BGG #23,569
- BGG rating
- 6.2
Ramen Extreme
2024
Rules assistance for Ramen Extreme
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–5 players
- 15 min
- 8+
- Complexity 1.0/5
For 2 players
Rules assistant for Ramen Extreme
What would you like to know?
Answers come from the official rulebook, with the page to check.
Ramen Extreme is a board game released in 2024 for 2–5 players, 15 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Jack Degnan and Mary Jo Reutter and its main mechanics are Take That, Set Collection, and Dice Rolling.
Similar games
- BGG rank
- BGG #25,469
- BGG rating
- 6.1
Dice of Fury
- 2–4 players
- 2021
- BGG rank
- BGG #26,043
- BGG rating
- 5.5
Sumo Ham Slam
- 2–4 players
- 15 min
- Complexity 1.2/5
- 2010
- BGG rank
- BGG #13,736
- BGG rating
- 6.2
Odd World
- 2–5 players
- 15–25 min
- Complexity 1.0/5
- 2015
- BGG rank
- BGG #23,665
- BGG rating
- 5.9
Rat-a-Tat Roll
- 2–5 players
- 15 min
- Complexity 1.0/5
- 2019
- BGG rank
- BGG #2,801
- BGG rating
- 6.6
Word on the Street
- 2–10 players
- 20 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 2009
- BGG rank
- BGG #9,288
- BGG rating
- 6.8
Word on the Street Junior
- 2–8 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.1/5
- 2010
- BGG rank
- BGG #10,276
- BGG rating
- 6.8
Guess the Mess!
- 3–8 players
- 35 min
- Complexity 1.0/5
- 2014
- BGG rank
- BGG #23,850
- BGG rating
- 6.2
Funny Business
- 4–8 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 2009
- BGG rank
- BGG #24,696
- BGG rating
- 5.7
FitzIt
- 2–17 players
- 20 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 2012
- BGG rank
- BGG #1,513
- BGG rating
- 6.9
Here to Slay
- 2–6 players
- 30–60 min
- Complexity 1.7/5
- 2020
- BGG rank
- BGG #1,986
- BGG rating
- 7.2
Cosmic Frog
- 2–6 players
- 45–90 min
- Complexity 3.0/5
- 2020
About the game
The heat is on! Ramen connoisseurs take turns rolling and re-rolling dice to purchase ingredients to compete for the best bowls of ramen! Players also put the heat on their opponents by raising their spice levels which decreases their points. EXCITING GAMEPLAY: Dive into a fast-paced, flavorful challenge as you and up to 4 friends compete to craft the perfect bowl of ramen. Roll dice to collect ingredients and strategically raise the heat on your competitors. FAMILY FUN: Suitable for players aged 8 and up, Ramen Extreme offers a spicy twist to family game night with an easy setup and engaging play that takes 15-20 minutes per game. CREATIVE STRATEGY GAME: Utilize unique card combinations and time your moves wisely to maximize your points and sabotage your opponents with clever use of the spice level mechanic. PERFECT FOR RAMEN LOVERS: Embrace the ramen-making frenzy that not only tests your luck but also your strategy and foresight, making each game a new adventure. ENHANCED COMPONENTS: The game includes 5 dice, 14 Ramen Bowl cards, 48 ingredient tokens, 5 Chopsticks tokens, 5 Chili Heat cards, and 5 Chili Pepper tokens, providing everything you need for an immersive playing experience.
Categories
Mechanics
Designers
Publishers
- Siam Board Games
- Mixlore
Questions and answers
Ramen Extreme supports 2–5 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 Ramen Extreme is 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 Ramen Extreme 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.
Ramen Extreme has a complexity rating of 1.0 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.
Ramen Extreme belongs to these categories: Dice. Its main mechanics are Take That, Set Collection, and Dice Rolling. 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 Ramen Extreme are: Jack Degnan and Mary Jo Reutter. 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 Ramen Extreme 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.