Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Perfect for those who want to laugh without needing a complex manual; the communication chaos is the highlight.
Highlights
- Extremely funny dynamics
- Rules learned in minutes
- Great for large groups
- Constant social interaction
Keep in mind
- Depends entirely on group creativity
- Can be noisy and chaotic
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Ever played the classic game of 'Telephone' as a kid? Now imagine that, but with drawings and a lot of visual chaos. In Scrawl, the fun isn't about who is the best artist, but rather how miserably the original message gets lost along the way. Each player starts with a secret phrase or concept and tries to represent it with a doodle. The catch is that this drawing passes from hand to hand: someone tries to guess what it is by writing a phrase, the next person draws that new phrase, and so on.
The end result is almost always a complete and hilarious disaster. By the time the clipboard returns to the original owner, 'A walk in the park' might have evolved into 'Space tomato explosion'. The goal here is the laughter; you earn points when people guess correctly, but the true victory is seeing how far your friends' imaginations (or lack of artistic talent) can go. It's the perfect icebreaker for family gatherings or a chaotic night with friends, as it requires no complex strategy, just a willingness to be silly with dry-erase markers.
Get ready to discover that your friends are terrible artists and that visual interpretation is a very subjective thing. With simple components and fast-paced dynamics, Scrawl turns any table into a surrealist art studio where mistakes are the rule and laughter is the reward. If you're looking for something light, where human interaction is the engine and complexity is zero, this is the right title for your collection.
The end result is almost always a complete and hilarious disaster. By the time the clipboard returns to the original owner, 'A walk in the park' might have evolved into 'Space tomato explosion'. The goal here is the laughter; you earn points when people guess correctly, but the true victory is seeing how far your friends' imaginations (or lack of artistic talent) can go. It's the perfect icebreaker for family gatherings or a chaotic night with friends, as it requires no complex strategy, just a willingness to be silly with dry-erase markers.
Get ready to discover that your friends are terrible artists and that visual interpretation is a very subjective thing. With simple components and fast-paced dynamics, Scrawl turns any table into a surrealist art studio where mistakes are the rule and laughter is the reward. If you're looking for something light, where human interaction is the engine and complexity is zero, this is the right title for your collection.
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Best player count
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Big Potato Games, Mercurio, ToyCo
Designer
(Uncredited)
Artist
Zoe Lee
Community
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2,807owners
390wishlist
18want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Do I need to be good at drawing to play?
Not at all! In fact, the worse the drawing, the funnier the final result usually is.
How many people can play?
The game works best with groups of 4 to 8 people, ensuring the message passes through enough hands to transform.
Is it hard to learn?
It's super simple. If you can draw a stick figure and write short phrases, you're ready to play.
How long does a game last?
It's a fast game, usually lasting about 30 minutes, depending on the group size.
Does the game come with everything I need?
Yes, it includes the clipboards and dry-erase markers, so you just open the box and start doodling.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, as long as they can read and write simple phrases, it's an absolute hit with all ages.
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