
- BGG rating
- 4.3
Trivial Pursuit Mini Pack: 1980s
- 2–6 players
- 10–120 min
- 2022

2006
Rules assistance for Trivial Pursuit: Genus VI
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.

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Trivial Pursuit: Genus VI is a board game released in 2006 for 2–36 players, 240 minutes per game, and ages 15 and up. Its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move.
This is the 6th edition of of Trivial Pursuit. Art and questions vary in different territories/languages. From the back of the box: You know you know the answer... ...but you have no idea why you know it or where you heard it! The classic Trivial Pursuit questions are as tantalizing and surprising as ever, covering anything and everything under the sun. Question topics include Geography, Entertainment, History, Art & Literature, Science & Nature and Sport & Leisure. Win a wedge from every category to win the game!
Trivial Pursuit: Genus VI supports 2–36 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 Trivial Pursuit: Genus VI is 240 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 Trivial Pursuit: Genus VI for ages 15 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.
Trivial Pursuit: Genus VI has a complexity rating of 1.7 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.
Trivial Pursuit: Genus VI belongs to these categories: Party Game and Trivia. Its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move. 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 catalogue lists Trivial Pursuit: Genus VI 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.