Woopie Jumping Pirate in a Barrel is a classic, fun game: players slide swords into the barrel in turn until the pirate suddenly pops out.

This pirate barrel game brings plenty of laughs and suspense. The rules are simple, but a little cunning and luck help. Players take turns pushing coloured swords into the slots of the barrel where the pirate hides. One wrong move and the pirate jumps into the air – and that player loses the round. At least 2 players are needed. The colourful barrel with its label and the cute pirate figure are made of durable plastic with smooth edges. The barrel is about 6 cm tall, so the game is easy to take along.

What your child develops

• Reflexes and hand-eye coordination. Swords have to go in precisely.
• Patience. Wait for your turn.
• Social skills. The game is played with others.
• Fair play. Children learn to win and lose with a smile.

How to play

Put the pirate in the barrel, share out the swords and take turns. Whoever makes the pirate jump loses the round.

Or play it the other way – whoever launches the pirate wins!

A great gift

Pirate in a Barrel is a small, fun gift for children aged 3 and up and a great party game.

What's in the box

• Barrel with pop-up mechanism
• Pirate figure
• Set of coloured swords

Find more skill games in our skill and arcade games collection, or more ideas for this age in toys for 3–5 year olds.