Barbecubes

Alley Cat Games, BoardM Factory, The Game Builders · Board game · 2025
8.8 Ludopedia 6.8 BGG 2–6 · best 3 3–15 min Weight 1.0/5
Buy · from US$ 10.17
8.8 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you love quick party games and have steady hands, BarbeCubes will make you laugh while trying not to get knocked out.

Highlights
  • Instant fun
  • Super simple rules
  • Thematic components
Keep in mind
  • Fast elimination
  • Requires dexterity
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About the game

What you do in a play session

BarbeCubes (also known as Barbecubes) lands in 2025 as a fast‑paced, chaotic challenge for grill‑loving players with steady hands. Each participant becomes a clumsy grill master, trying to fulfill customer orders without letting any food tumble off the grill. The round starts by drawing a card that tells you which food items to prepare. Then you grab the tiny food cubes—burgers, sausages and other themed pieces—using the provided tweezers and carefully place them on the metal grill that doubles as the game box. If any piece slips, you take a penalty card; collect two of them and you’re out. The last player still successfully stacking food wins.

Games run between 3 and 15 minutes, blending physical action, delicate stacking, and player elimination, all wrapped in rules you can explain in under a minute. BarbeCubes supports 2‑6 players, making it perfect for parties, family gatherings, or quick filler sessions. Components are solid: tweezers, colorful cubes, illustrated cards, and a metal tin that serves as the grill. The artwork is humorous, full of fast‑food references, reinforcing the light‑hearted vibe.

While dexterity is the main skill, luck also plays a role—cards can change objectives or force you to handle trickier pieces. This means even newcomers to dexterity games can have fun, as long as they’re ready to accept a few spills. The low weight (1.0/5) and high Ludopedia rating (8.8) indicate BarbeCubes is accessible and well‑received, ideal for anyone looking for a quick, noisy, laugh‑filled party game. If you enjoy fast‑action, hand‑skill games and don’t mind being knocked out early, fire up the grill and join the fun!

Rules videos

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3 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–6 players
2 REC
3 BEST
4 REC
5 REC
6 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Components: Tweezers Containers: Mint Tins Containers: Tin/Metal Box Food & Drink: Burgers Game: Tinderblox Theme: Food / Cooking
Publisher Alley Cat Games, BoardM Factory, The Game Builders, Little Rocket Games, Reflexshop, Rexhry, UpDown Juegos
Designer Brett J. Gilbert, Rob Sparks
Artist Rory Muldoon

Community

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3,970owners
514wishlist
45want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
How many players can join?
2 to 6 players, perfect for parties and small groups.
How long does a game take?
Between 3 and 15 minutes, depending on player count and skill.
What is the complexity level?
Very low – rules can be explained in under a minute and are easy to learn.
What components are included?
Tweezers, colorful food cubes, illustrated cards, and a metal tin that serves as the grill.
Who is the game best suited for?
Fans of party, dexterity and humorous games, especially groups looking for quick rounds.
Is elimination a problem for casual play?
Players who collect two penalty cards are eliminated, but this adds to the excitement.
Are there expansions or variants?
No expansions have been announced yet.

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