What's included
The game comes as a complete package with everything needed to play: a game board, six pawns for up to six players, dice for movement, an hourglass for timing, and an instructions and forfeits book containing 69 challenges. No batteries or additional purchases are required to get started. The box is designed to contain all components in one place, making it straightforward to store and transport.
How it works
The Secret Pyramid follows a traditional board-game structure where players move their pawns around the board using dice rolls. The gameplay is built around challenges from the included forfeits book, which are triggered as players progress. The hourglass adds a timing element to certain challenges. The game is designed for 2 to 6 players, allowing flexibility in group size for different occasions.
Who it's for
This game is explicitly marketed for adults only and is recommended specifically for couples, close groups of friends with high comfort levels, and communities where explicit content is welcomed. The 69 challenges in the accompanying book are sexually themed, so it's only suitable for players who actively want that style of content. It's not a general party game for family gatherings or mixed groups with varying comfort levels.
Buy it if
You're looking for an adult party game with explicit content designed for close friends or couples who share similar comfort levels. You want a complete, self-contained game that requires no additional equipment or setup. You enjoy traditional board-game mechanics combined with dare or challenge elements. You prefer a physical, offline game for social gatherings rather than a digital alternative.
Skip it if
You're uncomfortable with sexually explicit content or themes. You're seeking a game suitable for mixed-age or mixed-comfort groups. You prefer games focused purely on strategy or skill rather than social challenges and forfeits. You want a game that can be played casually with varying levels of participation from different players.
The bottom line
The Secret Pyramid is a straightforward adult party game that delivers on its brief: it provides a complete package of board, pieces, and explicit challenges for small groups who actively want that experience. It's not attempting to be anything other than what it is, and it includes all necessary components without hidden costs or requirements. Whether it's right for you depends entirely on whether you and your group want an explicit-content party game—if you do, it's a ready-to-play option; if you don't, it's not the game for you.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this with a smaller or larger group?
The game is designed for 2 to 6 players. It can technically be played with fewer, but with six pawns and six dice included, it's optimised for groups at the higher end of that range.
Do I need anything else to play?
No. The box contains the board, pawns, dice, hourglass, and challenge book—everything needed to start playing immediately. No batteries or external equipment is required.
Is this appropriate for all adults?
The game contains explicitly sexual content and challenges, so it's only suitable for adults who actively want that type of game. The supplier recommends it specifically for couples, very close friends, swingers and those comfortable with liberal content.
How many challenges are included?
The instructions and forfeits book contains 69 challenges that form the basis of gameplay as players progress around the board.
How long does a game take?
The supplier description does not specify game duration, so you may wish to check the included instructions for estimated playing time.