When Was the Frustration Board Game Invented?

"Frustration" isn't a distinct invention — it's a common name for a variant of Trouble (Milton Bradley, 1965).

The "Frustration" label usually highlights the rule where landing on an opponent sends them back to start, adding extra competitive bite. No separate patent or release date exists for "Frustration" as a standalone game.

Origin: Trouble (1965) → Pop-O-Matic dice dome → House-rule variants called "Frustration."