The Piggyback Brigade

About this board game

The Piggyback Brigade is a cheerful racing game for 2–7 players, designed for ages 4 and up, with play taking about 25 minutes. Players guide seven multicolored circus piglets along narrow meadow paths where the only way to pass one another is to climb on top.

After the board has been constructed, players take turns rolling a special die numbered 1–4. Each player moves their piglet according to the number rolled, following the track toward the finish. When a black number appears, the player may get to take another turn, adding an extra twist to the race.

The most distinctive feature of The Piggyback Brigade is its stacking movement. If your pig lands on the same space as another pig, it joins the group and moves piggyback style, with piglets perched on top of one another. The playful pileups reflect the piglets’ circus skills and can create wonderfully silly formations on the narrow route.

• Race with seven multicolored circus piglets.
• Roll a special die numbered 1–4 to determine movement.
• Take another turn when a black number allows it.
• Stack piglets when they meet on the same space.

Players continue moving their piglets along the track, combining racing progress with acrobatic piggyback arrangements. The first player to make it to the end of the track is declared the winner.

Released in 2001, The Piggyback Brigade turns a simple race into a lively demonstration of circus-piglet teamwork, stacking, and movement. Its colorful characters and straightforward objective make it a fitting choice for young players and family game sessions.