Gulo Gulo

Zoch Verlag, Competo / Marektoy, Pandasaurus Games · Board game · 2003
2–6 · best 4 15–20 min Weight 1.1/5
6.9 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
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6.9 rating Ludopedia
6.8 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Gulo Gulo is a super fun and fast dexterity game, perfect for some laughs and testing your steady hand. Ideal for families and anyone who enjoys manual challenges with a touch of humor!

Highlights
  • Fun dexterity challenge
  • Quick and easy to learn
  • Charming wooden components
  • Guaranteed laughs at the table
Keep in mind
  • Can get chaotic with many players
  • Requires a steady hand and patience
  • Luck can influence the outcome
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Gulo Gulo, your mission is to rescue a baby wolverine who got into trouble with a swamp vulture! While the adult wolverines are distracted by the vulture's juicy eggs, the little one waits patiently. The catch is that the adults keep bumping into the bird's sensitive egg alarm. The game is a hoot: a wooden bowl filled with colorful eggs, into which a dowel with an egg on top is inserted like a flagpole. Trying to grab a specific colored egg to advance on the board, without knocking over other eggs or triggering the alarm, is the main challenge. If you fail, your wolverine goes back, and if the alarm sounds or eggs fall, the penalty is severe! Each move requires precision and a bit of luck to avoid toppling the nest. It's a pure dexterity game with a touch of humor and cute (or not-so-cute) animals. Perfect for those who enjoy manual challenges and want to have a good laugh with friends, or for introducing newcomers to board games with a light and fun premise. The modular board setup, with tiles revealed as you play, adds an element of surprise to each game.

Rules videos

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2 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

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

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Game details

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Publisher Zoch Verlag, Competo / Marektoy, Pandasaurus Games, Rio Grande Games
Designer Hans Raggan, Jürgen P. Grunau, Wolfgang Kramer
Artist Jennifer L. Meyer, Victor Boden

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
What is the minimum recommended age for Gulo Gulo?
Gulo Gulo is recommended for ages 6 and up, as it requires fine motor coordination and some reasoning to plan moves.
How many players can participate in a game?
The game is for 2 to 6 players, making it great for small groups or families.
How long does a game typically last?
Games are quite fast, usually lasting between 15 and 20 minutes, perfect for playing anytime.
Is it a difficult game to learn?
No, the rules are very simple and the game is easy to pick up. The challenge lies in the execution of the dexterity actions.
What happens if I knock over the eggs or trigger the alarm?
If you knock over eggs or trigger the alarm, your wolverine moves back to the previous space on the board. If there's no previous space, it goes back to the start.
Does Gulo Gulo have significant language dependency?
No, the game has no language dependency, as the rules are based on symbols and physical actions.
Is it a good game to introduce children to board games?
Absolutely! It's a visually appealing game with a fun theme and mechanics that stimulate motor skills, making it a great entry point.

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