
- BGG rank
- BGG #15,558
- BGG rating
- 6.0
Pantolino
- 2–4 players
- 10 min
- Complexity 1.0/5
- 2011

2018
Rules assistance for Sau Mau Mau
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
For 2 players

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Sau Mau Mau is a board game released in 2018 for 2–5 players, 20–40 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Klaus Kreowski and its main mechanics are Betting and Bluffing.
Mau Mau (a.k.a. UNO) is a game that everybody knows in Germany, but Sau Mau Mau adds new dimensions to the game. Played cards move four pigs around the race track, and players must bet on which pigs will do best in the race. Which one will be in the lead at the finish line?
Sau Mau Mau 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 Sau Mau Mau is 20–40 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 Sau Mau Mau 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.
Sau Mau Mau 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.
Sau Mau Mau belongs to these categories: Card Game, Animals, and Children's Game. Its main mechanics are Betting and Bluffing. 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 Sau Mau Mau are: Klaus Kreowski. 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 Sau Mau Mau 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.