- BGG rank
- BGG #11,468
- BGG rating
- 5.8
Ramses II
- 1–5 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 1997
- BGG rank
- BGG #30,319
- BGG rating
- 5.1
Secrets of the Pyramids
2000
Rules assistance for Secrets of the Pyramids
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 2–4 players
- 15 min
- 6+
- Complexity 1.1/5
Rules assistant for Secrets of the Pyramids
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Secrets of the Pyramids is a board game released in 2000 for 2–4 players, 15 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. It was designed by Gunter Baars and its main mechanics are Area Movement and Memory.
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About the game
This is the prequel to Ramses II, also designed by Gunter Baars. In this set, there are actually three ways to play the game. Each rule presents a different mechanic. All involves treasures and pyramids, but this one does not require dice or sticks Game 1: Ramses Cleans Up Objective is for the first player to hide all 8 of his treasures beneath the pyramids wins. Game 2: Where's the stuff, Mr Pharaoh? Objective is for the first player to get six different treasures is the winner. Game 3: Beware of the Mummy! Objective is to be the first person to find the most number of treasures under the pyramids. The game ends when there are no more treasures to be found. Specific rules to these versions will be uploaded soon with appropriate pictures.
Mechanics
Designers
Publishers
- Ravensburger AG
Questions and answers
Secrets of the Pyramids 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 Secrets of the Pyramids 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 Secrets of the Pyramids for ages 6 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.
Secrets of the Pyramids has a complexity rating of 1.1 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.
Secrets of the Pyramids belongs to these categories: Children's Game, Deduction, and Memory. Its main mechanics are Area Movement and Memory. 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 Secrets of the Pyramids are: Gunter Baars. 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 Secrets of the Pyramids 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.