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Dirty Pig

KOSMOS, Kaissa Chess & Games, Mandoo Games · Board game · 2012
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Players
2–4 · best 4
Play Time
10 min
Weight
Weight 1.1/5
Year
Year 2012
Minimum age
Minimum age 7+
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Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

A fun chaos of dirty pigs, perfect for a laugh with the family!

Highlights
  • Super fast sessions
  • Constant player interaction
  • Very simple rules
  • Ideal for kids
Keep in mind
  • Can be frustrating for some
  • Constant 'take that' mechanic
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About the game

What you do in a play session

You know that saying that a happy pig is a dirty pig? Well, Dirty Pig takes that literally! If you're looking for a game to laugh and poke fun at your friends, you've found it. The premise is absurdly simple and addictive: each player starts with a few very clean pigs in front of them and a handful of cards in hand. Your big goal? Get all your pigs covered in mud as quickly as possible. Sounds strange, right? But that's exactly where the fun lies!

On each turn, you play a card to try and dirty someone else's pig or to protect yourself. There's the 'Dirty Your Pig' card to throw mud, there's the Rain card that cleans everyone (yes, even yours!), and even the dreaded Farmer, who loves clean pigs and will try to clean your opponents' pigs to mess up their plans. But don't worry, you can defend yourself! There are Barn cards to protect your little buddies from the rain, and even Barn Door cards to keep the farmer away. If things get intense and lightning strikes, you can use a lightning rod to keep everything safe.

It's a game of pure chaos and direct interaction, where the 'take that' mechanic is the golden rule. You try to dirty your neighbor, they try to clean you, and the cycle of laughter continues until someone manages to get all their pigs nice and dirty. It's fast, frantic, and perfect for a coffee break or a family game night. Oh, and a pro tip: while the standard version is for up to 4 players, some editions allow you to expand this mess to 6 people. Get ready to get muddy!

Rules videos

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2 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Families

Animals: Pigs Series: Happy Planet (North Star Games)
Publisher KOSMOS, Kaissa Chess & Games, Mandoo Games, North Star Games, LLC, White Goblin Games
Designer Frank Bebenroth
Artist Frank Bebenroth, Katja Witt

Community

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How long does a game take?
It's super quick! Usually between 10 to 15 minutes.
What is the recommended age?
It's great for kids, but adults have a blast too!
How many players can play?
The standard version is for 2 to 4 players, but can go up to 6.
Is the game complex?
Not at all! The rules are very intuitive and easy to learn.
Do I need to read a lot?
Since it's a simple card game, it's very accessible for little ones.

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