
- BGG rank
- BGG #11,616
- BGG rating
- 7.1
Roulette-Taking Game
- 2–4 players
- 20–40 min
- Complexity 2.0/5
- 2022

2023
Rules assistance for Trick of Fixer
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Trick of Fixer is a board game released in 2023 for 4–5 players, 15–60 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by T親方 (Master T) and its main mechanics are Team-Based Game and Trick-taking.
At this zoo, animals play a game every day to decide who is the boss. The animal that wins the game becomes the boss, but it cannot become the boss without the help of not only its own strength but also the help of its fixers (friends) who work behind the scenes. Who will win the title of Boss? Let's get started! Trick of Fixer is a trick-taking game that you can play over and over again based on your favorite card game Napoleon.
Trick of Fixer supports 4–5 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 Trick of Fixer is 15–60 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 Trick of Fixer for ages 12 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.
Trick of Fixer has a complexity rating of 3.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-weight 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.
Trick of Fixer belongs to these categories: Card Game. Its main mechanics are Team-Based Game and Trick-taking. 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 Trick of Fixer are: T親方 (Master T). 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 Trick of Fixer 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.