
- BGG rank
- BGG #5,775
- BGG rating
- 6.4
DIG
- 2–4 players
- 10 min
- Complexity 1.2/5
- 2017

2015
Rules assistance for SHH
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
For 2 players

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SHH is a board game released in 2015 for 2–4 players, 10 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Chris Handy (I) and its main mechanics are Hand Management, Spelling, and Cooperative Game.
Players cooperate as a single team to spell words in order to rid their hands of as many letters as possible. The catch? Silent play proves challenging when one doesn't know his teammate's hand. Shh! Vowel cards are placed in the playing area, along with several PASS cards. Players are dealt the remaining alphabet cards (consonants) and may not share them. Players take turns adding a letter to the active word until it is valid. Each turn, a player may either contribute a consonant from their hand, or use an available vowel card or PASS card. Players try to score as close to 26 points as possible. Number 7 in the Pack O Game series.
SHH supports 2–4 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 SHH is 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 SHH for ages 10 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.
SHH has a complexity rating of 1.5 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.
SHH belongs to these categories: Word Game and Deduction. Its main mechanics are Hand Management, Spelling, and Cooperative 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 SHH are: Chris Handy (I). 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 SHH 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.