Piranha Pedro

asmodee, Goldsieber Spiele, Happy Baobab · Board game · 2004

6.5 Ludopedia 6.3 BGG 2–6 · best 4 30 min Weight 1.3/5

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6.5 rating Ludopedia

6.3 rating BGG

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Our Verdict

RECOMMENDED

Piranha Pedro is that game you pull out when you want to have a good laugh and don't mind being the loser of the round! If you enjoy a dose of bluffing and direct interaction, with the chance to tease your friends, this is the perfect choice. The experience is light, fast, and full of 'almost there' moments, culminating in a hilarious 'Splash!'. It's a perfect filler to start or end game night on a high note.

Highlights

Direct and fun interaction
Simple and quick rules
Just the right amount of bluffing
Cartoony and funny art
Great for casual groups

Keep in mind

May not appeal to those seeking deep strategy
Element of luck present
Focus on single loser

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Hey board game enthusiasts! Get ready for a hilarious and tense adventure with Piranha Pedro, a game where the goal is not to be the unlucky one! Our poor Pedro is in trouble, stuck on a sandbank in the middle of the Amazon, and the river is infested with hungry piranhas. The players' mission is simple: help Pedro cross the river by placing stones in his path. But don't be fooled, simplicity hides a dash of bluffing and a lot of fun!

Each player has a supply of stones to use, and each round, everyone secretly chooses how many stones they will play to create Pedro's path. The problem is, no one wants to be responsible for letting Pedro fall into the water! Whoever runs out of stones or is forced not to play risks seeing our hero become piranha food. And when that happens, it's a guaranteed 'Splash!' and lots of laughter from the other players.

Piranha Pedro is a light, fast-paced game perfect for those looking for direct interactions and moments of pure silliness. The comic-book style art makes everything even more fun and helps you dive into the comical Amazonian atmosphere. It's the perfect choice for a relaxed game night, where the focus is on group fun and the thrill of seeing who will be the next to 'feed' the piranhas. Who will have the last laugh?

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–6 players

2 OK

3 REC

4 BEST

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6 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher asmodee, Goldsieber Spiele, Happy Baobab, Kanga Games, Nasza Księgarnia

Designer Jens-Peter Schliemann

Artist François Bruel, Marcel-André Casasola Merkle, Tomasz Larek, Wesly Gibs

Community

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136wishlist

44want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions

How many players does Piranha Pedro support and what's the average game duration?

Piranha Pedro is ideal for 2 to 6 players, and games are super quick, taking about 30 minutes. Perfect for fitting between larger games or for multiple rounds!

What is the complexity level of Piranha Pedro?

It's very light! With a BGG weight of 1.3034/5, it's an easy game to learn and teach, ideal for beginners or those looking for something relaxing.

Is Piranha Pedro a good game for kids?

Absolutely! The fun theme, simple rules, and cartoonish art make it very accessible and amusing for kids, as well as great for family interaction.

Is there much player interaction in Piranha Pedro?

Yes, interaction is one of the highlights! You'll constantly be trying to bluff and anticipate your opponents' moves, plus there's plenty of laughter when someone fails to save Pedro.

What are the main game components?

The game comes with a board, the Pedro pawn, several colored stones (which players use to build the path), and an illustrated comic-book style rulebook.

Does Piranha Pedro have any expansions?

As of now, Piranha Pedro is a complete game and does not have any official expansions. All the fun is right in the box!

Is the game language dependent?

No, Piranha Pedro is completely language independent. The rules are simple to understand and the components contain no text, making it accessible to anyone.