# Meeple Circus: The Wild Animal & Aerial Show ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2018 - **BGG Rating**: 7.5 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2-5 (Best with: 2, 3, 4, 5) - **Duration**: 45 min - **Weight**: 1.00 / 5 - **Designers**: Cédric Millet - **Publishers**: Matagot, Ergo Ludo Editions, Ghenos Games, Lavka Games, Pegasus Spiele, Surfin' Meeple, Tower Tactic Games - **Categories**: Action / Dexterity, Animals, Expansion for Base-game - **Mechanics**: Open Drafting, Pattern Building, Push Your Luck ## Verdict Perfect for those who own the base game and want more tension and variety in the ring.New characters bring fresh gameplayAdvanced rules increase the challengeMore acrobats improve managementVisually fun componentsRequires the base game to playTension might be too high for someRECOMMENDED ## Description Get the ring ready because the show is about to start! Meeple Circus: The Wild Animal & Aerial Show arrives to upgrade the performance, bringing new acts that will test everyone's steady hand. If you already enjoyed the base game, the fun now scales—literally—with the arrival of aerial acts and wild animals. In this expansion, the cast grows with the addition of a bear and a lion, along with two new acrobats: Otto, the tumbling expert, and Luna, the tightrope walking master. But it's not just cosmetic; the game dynamics shift slightly. Now, each player starts with three acrobats (one blue, one yellow, and one red), instead of just two. This roster boost is essential since the workload has increased: new public demand cards and challenge tiles require more planning and, of course, more courage to keep everything from collapsing. The heart of the game remains that delicious tension of stacking meeples and praying that gravity cooperates, but with the addition of new objectives, the pattern-building strategy becomes richer. And for those who find the base game 'too easy,' the expansion includes advanced rules that raise the stakes, turning the circus ring into a true test of nerves. It's the perfect blend of luck, precision, and that fun chaos of seeing pieces wobble before the final crash. If you want to turn your family game night into a high-tension spectacle full of laughter, this expansion is the way to go. ## How to Play Objective of the Game In Meeple Circus: The Wild Animal & Aerial Show, players take on the roles of circus performers aiming to create the most spectacular and entertaining acts. The goal is to score the most points by fulfilling public demands and completing challenges while showcasing wild animals and aerial performers like Otto the tumbler and Luna the tightrope walker. The player with the highest score at the end of the game wins. Preparation (Setup) To set up the game: Each player starts with three acrobats: 1 blue, 1 yellow, and 1 red. Add the new public demands cards to their respective piles (2 in each pile). Add the new challenge tiles to the challenges pile and shuffle it. Note: It’s recommended to select challenge tiles based on your group’s preferences, such as focusing on technical challenges or roleplay elements. Consulte o manual para detalhes sobre esta seção. Flow of the Game The game progresses through preparation phases and performances. From the second preparation phase, turn order changes: players go from the lowest to the highest score (in case of a tie, the youngest player plays first). During performances, players aim to complete acts that meet public demands and challenges. Consulte o manual para detalhes sobre esta seção. Actions and How to Play Players perform acts using their acrobats and guest stars like Otto the tumbler and Luna the tightrope walker. Here are some key actions: The Tumbler: Place the jump board inside your ring and the tumbler on one end. Press the opposite end to throw the tumbler in the air. Catch him and place him immediately in the act (not on the ground). If dropped, try again. The jump board is not part of the performance and is removed after use. Advanced Rules: A beam must have at least one component under AND one element on it to count for the act. Players can only perform one act per performance; if multiple acts are present, only the best one scores points. Side-by-side acts that can be separated do not count as one single act. Consulte o manual para detalhes sobre esta seção. End of Game and Scoring The game ends after a set number of performances. Points are scored by fulfilling public demands and completing challenges. Only the best act per performance scores points if multiple acts are present. The player with the highest score wins. Consulte o manual para detalhes sobre esta seção. Tips for Winning Focus on completing public demands and challenges efficiently, as these are key to scoring points. Use guest stars like Otto the tumbler and Luna the tightrope walker strategically to enhance your acts and impress the audience. In advanced play, ensure your beams have components both under and on them to count for the act, and prioritize creating a single, high-quality act per performance. ## FAQ ### Do I need the base game to play? Yes! This is an expansion, so it adds content to the original Meeple Circus. You cannot play it without the base game. ### Does it make the game much harder? It depends! You can play with standard rules or use the included advanced rules if you're looking for a bigger challenge. ### How many players can join? From 2 to 5 players, keeping the same player count as the base game. ### Is it suitable for children? Absolutely! It's a family game, easy to learn and very visual, although it does require motor coordination. ### How long does a game take? Usually around 45 minutes, maintaining the fast pace of the original. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 22.47 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=1590662&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/26672/meeple-circus-the-wild-animal-aerial-show?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com