Bucket King 3D

999 Games, Atalia, AURUM, Inc. · Board game · 2014
— Ludopedia 6.2 BGG 2–6 · best 4 20 min Weight 1.3/5
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

For those who enjoy a quick game with a touch of dexterity and a fun theme, Bucket King 3D is pure laughter! It's the perfect icebreaker game to liven up any gathering.

Highlights
  • Knocking down buckets with skill
  • Fast and dynamic matches
  • Light and fun theme
  • Variants add challenge
Keep in mind
  • Requires a touch of dexterity
  • Can be chaotic with many players
  • Card luck matters
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a jaw-dropping (literally!) showdown with Bucket King 3D! In this souped-up version of the classic, you and your friends will use animal cards to try and topple your opponents' bucket pyramids. Each card played can either defend your own tower or attack others. Watch out! If you knock over a bucket from the bottom, you might cause a domino effect that sends everything tumbling down.

Each turn, the active player chooses between playing cards or risking losing buckets. To play, you select 1 to 3 cards of the same animal/color, announce their sum, and draw a new card. Other players, in turn, must play cards of the same type with a higher sum. If you can't or don't want to defend your pyramid, it's time to use your finger (just one!) for a little push to knock over a bucket. Whoever loses all their buckets is out of the running or eliminated, depending on the player count. The goal is simple: be the last one with buckets standing!

Bucket King 3D also includes two variants for those who enjoy an extra challenge: the 'One!' card allows you to play an additional card and draw more, while the 'Backfiring Discard' reverses the turn order if you use a strategic discard. You can even mix them all up for even more chaos! It's a fast-paced game with a touch of dexterity and tons of fun for everyone.

Rules videos

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2 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

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

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Card Games: Climbing Components: 3-Dimensional (3D) Series: Jolly Pets
Publisher 999 Games, Atalia, AURUM, Inc., Jolly Thinkers, KOSMOS, Lautapelit.fi, Zhiyanjia
Designer Stefan Dorra
Artist Ari Wong

Community

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730owners
94wishlist
29want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
What is the main objective of the game?
The goal is to be the last player with buckets in your pyramid, by knocking down opponents' buckets with cards and defending your own.
Is the game very complicated to learn?
No, the basic rules are quite simple and quick to grasp. The main challenge lies in execution and card strategy.
Is it a dexterity game or a card game?
It's a mix! You use cards to attack and defend, but the action of knocking down opponents' buckets with a finger requires some motor coordination.
How many people can play?
The game is for 2 to 6 players, making it quite versatile for different groups.
How long does a game last?
Games are very quick, usually lasting around 20 minutes, which is great for playing multiple times.
Do the variants make the game harder?
Yes, the variants add extra layers of strategy and a bit more complexity, being great for players who already know the basic game.
Is it a good game for children?
Absolutely! Children usually love the dexterity part and the animal theme, but reading the cards and the strategy might be more suitable for kids around 8 years old and up.

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