Nuns on the Run

Mayfair Games · Board game · 2010
2–8 · best 6 45–60 min Weight 2.1/5
7.5 rating Ludopedia
6.5 rating BGG
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7.5 rating Ludopedia
6.5 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you enjoy a 'cat and mouse' game with a hilarious theme and deduction mechanics, Nuns on the Run will have you howling with laughter! It's the kind of game that makes everyone giggle and shout.

Highlights
  • Unusual and funny theme
  • Tension of hidden movement
  • Direct and fun interaction
  • Easy to learn and play
Keep in mind
  • Paper and pencil dependency
  • Can be repetitive at times
  • Little strategic depth
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About the game
Get ready for a night of mischief in the convent with Nuns on the Run! In this fun and suspenseful game, most players take on the roles of novices eager to explore the abbey secretly after curfew. What are they after? Perhaps forbidden cookies, a softer mattress, or who knows what more... spicy? Each novice has a 'secret wish' to fulfill and must return to her room undetected. Meanwhile, one or two players assume the roles of the vigilant Abbess or Prioress, patrolling the corridors to ensure the young nuns' purity. The game is a delightful game of cat and mouse, where novices mark their movements on hidden sheets, using paper and pencil to trace their stealthy steps. The Abbess and Prioress move along predetermined routes but can deviate to investigate suspicious noises or take a closer look. Tension mounts as the novices try to complete their missions and return to the safety of their beds, while the convent authorities try to catch as many 'sinners' as possible. With an unusual theme and mechanics blending deduction, hidden movement, and a touch of bluffing, Nuns on the Run is an exciting race against time and the watchful eyes of the strictest nuns.
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Game details

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Mechanism: Hidden Movement Players: One versus Many Religious: Nuns
Publisher Mayfair Games
Designer Fréderic Moyersoen
Artist Jacob Chabot, Jared Blando
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players does Nuns on the Run support?
The game is for 2 to 8 players. Typically, the most common setup is one player as the Abbess/Prioress against the others as novices, but you can adjust the teams.
What is the average playtime?
A game of Nuns on the Run usually lasts between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on the number of players and their skill in hiding or hunting.
Is the game complicated to learn?
No, the rules are quite straightforward. The game uses mechanics like hidden movement and dice rolling, which are easy to grasp. The focus is more on fun and tension.
Do I need much to play?
You'll need the board, the pieces, and most importantly, sheets of paper and pencils for each novice player to record their movements. Without them, the game doesn't work!
Who is Nuns on the Run best suited for?
It's perfect for those who enjoy games with a light and funny theme, blending suspense with a bit of bluffing and deduction. Great for groups looking for something different and relaxed.
Can the religious theme be offensive?
The game uses the theme humorously and lightly, focusing on the novices' mischief and the chase. It's generally seen more as a fun parody than something serious.