Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Perfect for those who love chaos and party games with an RPG twist. Its strength lies in the blend of absurd humor and exploration.
Highlights
- Acid humor and absurd situations
- Innovative genre mashup
- High player interaction
- Fun open-world exploration
Keep in mind
- Rules can feel chaotic
- Dependence on the player judge
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Imagine England, but in a completely mad and surreal version. This is the setting of SHUG, where King Charles the Cursed has decided that his favorite pastime is sowing absolute carnage by slaying every monster in sight. You aren't some epic hero; you're just a puny peasant. But hey, even the smallest can topple kings! Your only chance to spark a revolution and change the fate of the realm is to fulfill a bizarre legend: find the creature Shug and escort it safely to the fabled Pub.
The game is an unusual mashup of a Party Game and a Dungeon Crawler. This means you get the high-energy social interaction of a party game mixed with the exploration and combat of a dungeon crawl. The experience is a balance between strategy and pure chaos. You can try to win using clever hand management and positioning tactics, or simply embrace the absurdity and tackle ridiculous challenges just to see what happens.
The map is open-world, allowing you to explore and interact with the environment in unexpected ways. Want to befriend the monster Selky? Try singing a sea shanty! Want to take down your friends? Use Sexy Armour or prove that your salsa moves are lethal. With mechanics ranging from dice rolling and grid movement to 'Take That' and the Player Judge system, SHUG promises to be a journey where you discover not only the secrets of an insane world but also sides of your own personality you never knew existed. Get ready for laughs, betrayals, and plenty of medieval mayhem.
The game is an unusual mashup of a Party Game and a Dungeon Crawler. This means you get the high-energy social interaction of a party game mixed with the exploration and combat of a dungeon crawl. The experience is a balance between strategy and pure chaos. You can try to win using clever hand management and positioning tactics, or simply embrace the absurdity and tackle ridiculous challenges just to see what happens.
The map is open-world, allowing you to explore and interact with the environment in unexpected ways. Want to befriend the monster Selky? Try singing a sea shanty! Want to take down your friends? Use Sexy Armour or prove that your salsa moves are lethal. With mechanics ranging from dice rolling and grid movement to 'Take That' and the Player Judge system, SHUG promises to be a journey where you discover not only the secrets of an insane world but also sides of your own personality you never knew existed. Get ready for laughs, betrayals, and plenty of medieval mayhem.
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Best player count
BGG community vote
1
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2
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3
OK
4
OK
5
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6
OK
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Wandering Games, Forjamundo Editora, Geekach LLC, HABA, IELLO, IFROM Games, Pendragon Game Studio, Rawstone
Designer
Luke Dye-Montefiore, Rufus Dye-Montefiore
Artist
Luke Dye-Montefiore, Rufus Dye-Montefiore
Community
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79owners
729wishlist
38want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Is the game complex?
It has a BGG weight of 2/5, so it's accessible, but the mix of mechanics and the 'chaotic' tone might require some patience during the initial explanation.
Can I play it alone?
Yes! The game features a Solo/Solitaire mode for those who want to explore the insane England on their own.
How long does a game take?
It varies between 30 and 90 minutes, depending on how 'wild' the players decide to be during the challenges.
Who do you recommend SHUG for?
Groups who love to laugh, don't mind temporary friendship strains from 'Take That' mechanics, and enjoy humorous fantasy themes.
How many players can join?
From 1 to 6 players, making it great for both intimate sessions and larger parties.
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