# Hippo

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2017
- **BGG Rating**: 6.1
- **BGG Rank**: #10298
- **Players**: 2-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 15-20 min
- **Weight**: 1.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Martin Nedergaard Andersen
- **Artists**: Sarah Bourquin
- **Publishers**: Helvetiq, Mandoo Games, PaperGames (III), Popcorn Games
- **Categories**: Animals, Sports
- **Mechanics**: Dice Rolling, Modular Board

## Verdict
Fans of quick dice games with a lighthearted twist will love Hippo!Fast and funDice-rolling mechanicsModular boardShort playtime, 15-20 minSimple rules, high tensionHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Hippo is a quick, playful game that puts you in the water with a friendly hippopotamus and his colorful floats. The goal is to clear all your floats by placing them in the numbered lanes of Mr. Hippo’s pool. Each turn you roll three dice and decide whether to use each value separately or add them together. Landing a 7 lets you play again, which can swing the game in your favor. The lanes run from 1 to 12, but lane 7 is special—Mr. Hippo’s little basin where placing a float grants a rotation bonus. When a lane is full, you can kick out the float already there and reclaim it, but that might give your opponent an advantage if they play the same lane again. The board is modular, meaning the lanes can be rearranged each game, ensuring no play is predictable. The game is ideal for 2 to 4 players, lasts about 15 to 20 minutes, and is easy to learn but offers tense moments when the hippo is on the brink. If you enjoy dice games that combine quick strategy with a dash of humor, Hippo will make you laugh and compete at the same time.

## FAQ
### How long does a typical game of Hippo last?
About 15 to 20 minutes, great for a quick break or a casual evening.

### How many players can play?
Designed for 2 to 4 players.

### Is the game complex?
Very simple mechanics: dice rolling and placing floats, easy to pick up in minutes.

### What are the main components?
Modular board, 12 numbered lanes, colorful floats, and three six-sided dice.

### Does it have deep strategy?
Yes, deciding when to use separate values or sum them, and when to kick out floats can swing the game.

### Is it suitable for kids?
Yes, it’s easy and fun, though the hippopotamus theme may appeal more to teens.

### What’s the replayability like?
High, thanks to the modular board and varied dice combinations.

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