- BGG rank
- BGG #17,817
- BGG rating
- 6.4
Tüfteln
1–15 players15 min2024
Complexity 1.3/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #25,543
- BGG rating
- 6.0
Sneaky
2026
Rules assistance for Sneaky
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with saved question history.
Rules assistant for Sneaky
What would you like to know?
Answers come from the official rulebook, with the page to check.
Sneaky is a board game released in 2026 for 2–4 players, 20 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Jannik Walter.
Similar games
- BGG rank
- BGG #9,348
- BGG rating
- 6.6
Quando
2–6 players15 min2024
Complexity 1.3/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #66
- BGG rating
- 8.7
Oathsworn: Into the Deepwood
1–4 players30–90 min2022
Complexity 3.7/5- Ask about the rules
- BGG rank
- BGG #250
- BGG rating
- 7.6
The Taverns of Tiefenthal
2–4 players60 min2019
Complexity 2.7/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #332
- BGG rating
- 8.0
Dice Throne: Season Two – Battle Chest
2–6 players20–40 min2019
Complexity 2.2/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #580
- BGG rating
- 7.4
Fantastic Factories
1–5 players45–60 min2019
Complexity 2.2/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #677
- BGG rating
- 7.4
Valeria: Card Kingdoms
1–5 players30–45 min2016
Complexity 2.0/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #726
- BGG rating
- 7.5
Dice Throne: Season One
2–6 players20–40 min2018
Complexity 2.1/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #808
- BGG rating
- 7.0
Elder Sign
1–8 players90 min2011
Complexity 2.3/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #832
- BGG rating
- 7.4
Star Wars: Destiny
2 players30 min2016
Complexity 2.5/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #999
- BGG rating
- 7.6
Dice Throne
2–6 players20–40 min2018
Complexity 2.2/5
- BGG rank
- BGG #1,022
- BGG rating
- 6.9
One Deck Dungeon
1–2 players30–45 min2016
Complexity 2.1/5
About the game
In Sneaky, with a little luck and good timing, you try to win the most valuable thieves for yourself. If you throw a thief into the center of the table, you take it, but not all of them are immediately safe. Thieves with a value of 1 are considered safe and are placed face down. More valuable thieves, with values of 2 and 3, are placed face up in front of you. This is where the suspense begins, because only the top card of a stack is vulnerable and can be stolen by your opponents. In a two-player game, you even manage two face-up stacks. Handcuffs play a special role: they help you protect thieves and earn you extra points at the end of the game. If you collect them wisely, you can secure a decisive advantage. At the end, all the thief points collected are counted. In addition, you receive a bonus of 5 points if you have the most handcuffs. The player who is in the lead wins the game. Sneaky combines simple rules with direct interaction, little mischief, and quick decisions—ideal for families, casual games, and anyone who enjoys short, exciting games. Roll the dice wisely, secure your loot, and always stay one step ahead.
Videos
Editions
- SneakyENKENDi2026
- SneakyWhite Goblin Games
Card sleeves
- 59 × 91 mm44 cards
Total: 44 cardsMore on BGG
Designers
Artists
- Oliver Freudenreich
- Sandra Freudenreich
Publishers
- White Goblin Games
- KENDi
Questions and answers
Sneaky 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 Sneaky is 20 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 Sneaky for ages 8 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.
Sneaky 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.
Sneaky belongs to these categories: Card Game and Dice. Categories describe the theme, setting and style of a game rather than its rules. Filter the catalogue by the same category to find similar games when you enjoyed Sneaky and want something comparable for your next game night.
The credited designers of Sneaky are: Jannik Walter. 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 Sneaky 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.