Rustling Leaves
- Players
- 2-6
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 2 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 20 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 8+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 1.6 / 5
- Year
- 2020
About the game
Rustling Leaves (Blatterrauschen) is a seasonal roll-and-write game with four uniquely themed game sheets, one for each season, each governed by different scoring rules. Rolled dice values determine the side lengths of an area you mark off on your sheet, and within that space you select a forest symbol to include toward your final score. With a different sheet and rule set for spring, summer, autumn, and winter, the game offers built-in variety across plays. Its quick 20-minute runtime and simple push-your-luck dice rolling make it an easy pick-up-and-play title. Whoever accumulates the most points across the game wins.
Hobbli's Notes
Rustling Leaves stands out among roll-and-write games for its four distinct seasonal sheets, each with its own twist, giving repeat plays a nice variety without needing new expansions. Designer Paolo Mori keeps the rules light and the sessions short, making it an easy game to bring out for a quick round or two. Its low complexity and low downtime make it especially friendly for larger groups or mixed-experience tables. A cozy, nature-themed choice for fans of quick dice and paper games.
What we like
- Four distinct seasonal sheets add built-in variety to repeat plays.
- Extremely quick 20-minute playtime suits any occasion.
- Low downtime keeps larger groups of up to six engaged.
- Simple push-your-luck dice rolling is easy for all ages to grasp.
Keep in mind
- Roll-and-write format means paper components are consumed each play.
- Limited strategic depth compared to heavier dice-allocation games.
- Seasonal sheet variety may feel gimmicky to some players over time.
Who it's for
Roll-and-write and casual dice-game fans ages 8+, great for larger casual groups of 2-6.
