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Something Wild!
2020
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- 2–4 players
- 15 min
- 6+
- Complexity 1.3/5
Rules assistant for Something Wild!
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Something Wild! is a board game released in 2020 for 2–4 players, 15 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. It was designed by Prospero Hall and Andrew Wolf and its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers and Set Collection.
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About the game
GAME SYSTEM This entry is to allow for discussion/rating of the game system as a whole. It is not for a specific product or release. Versions will appear on the individual item pages. Something Wild is a line of card games featuring beloved characters and collectible "Pop!" pocket figures. Play numbered and colored character cards to make sets and runs, just like in Rummy. Power cards specific to the included character add a fun twist to the classic card gameplay. The first player to score three powers wins. You can combine multiple Something Wild! games to add more character cards, more Pop! figures, and more powers to a game.
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Questions and answers
Something Wild! 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 Something Wild! 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 Something Wild! 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.
Something Wild! 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.
Something Wild! belongs to these categories: Card Game, Children's Game, and Collectible Components. Its main mechanics are Variable Player Powers and Set Collection. 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 Something Wild! are: Prospero Hall and Andrew Wolf. 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 Something Wild! 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.