- BGG rating
- 6.1
Scurvy! More Scuttle Fun
- 1–5 players
- 5–10 min
- Complexity 2.0/5
- 2016
- BGG rank
- BGG #8,708
- BGG rating
- 6.3
Scuttle!
2016
Rules assistance for Scuttle!
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
- 1–5 players
- 5–10 min
- 6+
- Complexity 1.0/5
For 1 player
Rules assistant for Scuttle!
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Scuttle! is a board game released in 2016 for 1–5 players, 5–10 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. It was designed by Peter C. Hayward and its main mechanics are Hand Management, Take That, and Team-Based Game.
Expansions
- BGG rating
- 7.1
Scuttle!: The Curse of Black Jack
- 1–5 players
- 5–10 min
- Complexity 2.0/5
- 2016
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About the game
From the publisher: In this fast-playing card game, players scheme, battle and steal to be the first to collect 21 doubloons. Each turn either draw a card or play a card - cards can be played as either treasure or as an action. Do you want to draw 2 cards, or steal the treasure chest your opponent just played? Or would you rather wipe the board...knowing that your booty is protected! 'Scuttle!' is a card game for 1-5 valiant pirates, suitable for players as young as 6. Based on the classic game Cuttle, Scuttle! has been infused with the drama of the high seas thanks to creative updated rules by Peter C. Hayward. With gorgeous, adventurous art by Kelly Jo, Scuttle! is fun for the whole family. Expansion Details: The Curse of Black Jack expansion adds the fourth suit, Anchors, to the game. It also adds two Jokers, Black Jack and Ghost Pirate. Also has a rule card with the new action available on a player's turn, "Summon", which is top-decking (draw a card and play it immediately). By adding the fourth suit to Scuttle!, the game deck can also be used as a standard deck of playing cards.
Designers
Publishers
- Blue Beard Entertainment
- Jellybean Games
Questions and answers
Scuttle! supports 1–5 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Scuttle! is 5–10 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Scuttle! for ages 6 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Scuttle! has a complexity rating of 1.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Scuttle! belongs to these categories: Card Game, Children's Game, and Print & Play. Its main mechanics are Hand Management, Take That, and Team-Based Game. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Scuttle! are: Peter C. Hayward. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Scuttle! as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.