- BGG rank
- BGG #2,385
- BGG rating
- 6.5
The Chameleon
- 3–8 players
- 15 min
- Complexity 1.1/5
- 2017
- BGG rank
- BGG #14,385
- BGG rating
- 6.7
The Chameleon: Picture Edition
2023
Rules assistance for The Chameleon: Picture Edition
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 3–8 players
- 20 min
- 10+
- Complexity 1.0/5
For 3 players
Rules assistant for The Chameleon: Picture Edition
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The Chameleon: Picture Edition is a board game released in 2023 for 3–8 players, 20 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Rikki Tahta and its main mechanics are Team-Based Game, Hidden Roles, and Targeted Clues.
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About the game
The party game is back, but this time with pictures instead of words. Using new Magic Reveal Sleeves, all the players can see which picture is the secret one except the Chameleon! To catch them, each player will say one word related to the picture. The Chameleon can't see the secret picture, so they'll have to blend in by saying something that makes them sound like they know what everyone's talking about. Will the Chameleon escape or be caught?
Designers
Publishers
- HCM Kinzel
- Big Potato Games
Questions and answers
The Chameleon: Picture Edition supports 3–8 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 The Chameleon: Picture Edition is 20 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 The Chameleon: Picture Edition for ages 10 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.
The Chameleon: Picture Edition 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.
The Chameleon: Picture Edition belongs to these categories: Card Game, Humor, and Party Game. Its main mechanics are Team-Based Game, Hidden Roles, and Targeted Clues. 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 The Chameleon: Picture Edition are: Rikki Tahta. 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 The Chameleon: Picture Edition 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.