
- BGG rank
- BGG #3,232
- BGG rating
- 6.8
Viva Mouse!
- 2–4 players
- 20–30 min
- Complexity 1.1/5
- 2002

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Rumble in the Jungle is a board game released in 2004 for 2–4 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 5 and up. Its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move.
You're a daring explorer racing through the jungle, trying to be the first to send the golden monkey statue flying from its hiding place. But the monkeys have set seven treacherous traps to knock you off track. Suddenly there is a rumble in the jungle as a boulder crashes down from the treetops. Look out... if you're the one in its path! Will you escape? Or will you be the one to reach the treasure first? Whatever happens, watch your step and remember - if you hear a rumble in the jungle, then trouble is never very far away! Ages 5+. In this game, player try to get to the middle of the board while avoiding the traps. The traps are set off when the Wheel of Doom is turned a certain number of times; the wheel is turned when a player lands on the proper space.
Rumble in the Jungle 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 Rumble in the Jungle is 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 Rumble in the Jungle for ages 5 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.
Rumble in the Jungle has a complexity rating of 1.3 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.
Rumble in the Jungle belongs to these categories: Animals, Children's Game, and Dice. Its main mechanics are 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 Rumble in the Jungle 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.