Ravensburger Bugs in the Kitchen Board Game 2024
- 2-4 players, 15 minutes per game
- Special Edition HEXBUG Nano included
- Board, 18 pegs, 24 utensils, 4 traps
- 20 bug tokens, 1 die, 2 trapdoors
- HEXBUG battery details not listed
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A lively, quick family game where a buzzing HEXBUG races through a maze of cutlery. Games are short, and battery details for the bug are not listed.
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ASIN: B0D5PT26N9Category: Board Games
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Overview
A family that wants a fast, silly game night gets a board where players turn cutlery to build paths and trap a real buzzing HEXBUG Nano. Roll the die, move a utensil and hope the bug falls through your trapdoor.
A moving robot bug makes every round unpredictable and gets kids laughing. Rounds are short, so it is a warm-up game more than an evening's main event.
Who it's for
Families and younger players get a quick game with a physical twist from the robot bug. Groups wanting deep strategy or long sessions will finish too quickly.
Pros and cons
- Real HEXBUG adds chaos
- Easy to learn
- HEXBUG works outside the game
- Lots of play pieces
- Battery details not listed
- Many small pieces to lose
- Short play time
Performance notes
The HEXBUG moves unpredictably on vibration, so each round plays differently. Turning utensils changes the walls it bounces off, which is the strategy. Small pieces need sorting after each game.
Specifications
| Brand | Ravensburger |
|---|---|
| Number of Players | 2-4 |
| Estimated Playing Time | 15 minutes |
| Game Mechanics | Roll and move, path building |
| Included Components | 1 game board, 18 pegs, 1 Special Edition HEXBUG Nano, 4 traps, 24 utensils, 20 bug tokens, 1 die, 2 trapdoors, instructions |
Frequently asked questions
How do you set up Bugs in the Kitchen?
Place the board with its 18 pegs, utensils, traps and trapdoors, then release the HEXBUG Nano. Players roll the die, create a path and try to trap the bug. Instructions are included.
Can the HEXBUG be used outside the game?
Yes. Ravensburger says it can be played with outside the game.
How long does a game of Bugs in the Kitchen take?
About 15 minutes for 2-4 players.