Sneaky Supper Card Game Review

Jim Gamer
Sep 8
4 min read

Sneaky Supper

WBG Score: 7.5

Player Count: 2-5

You’ll like this if you like: Simple family friendly push-your-luck card games

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There is something about a little box card game with cute art and a simple mechanic that instantly makes me want to play it. I know I can pick it up, learn it, and start playing within a few minutes. That accessibility, charming artwork, and short playtime is really appealing. But the question is: will it stand the test of time? Games like this can be fun for a session or two, but will you still be reaching for them months or even years later? That is the question I will try to answer in this review of Sneaky Supper, the new card game from Capital Gains Studios.

How to Set Up Sneaky Supper

Inside the box is a deck of cards divided into four main types. Separate them using the clearly distinguishable backs and shuffle each pile, except for the Recipe cards. These should be placed face up in their nine groups. Place the other decks face down, separate from this, next to the floorplan mat. Keep the score tokens nearby along with the Careful tokens. Each player begins with one Careful token and one Craving card. You are now ready to play.

How to Play Sneaky Supper

On your turn, you draw from the top of the Search deck. You must take at least one card, but after that you can stop or press your luck for more. The risk is noise: draw too much, and you will wake the house.

The deck contains two types of cards:

Accidents – which add lots of noise through the symbols shown.
Food cards – which you need to complete recipes, but which can also make some noise.

If your total noise reaches four or more, you are busted. The house wakes up, your turn ends, and the other players get first pick of your cards. Starting with the player to your left, each opponent takes one card until either all are gone or no one wants any more. If there are any left, you may take one for yourself, but your turn is still over. As compensation, you gain a Careful token. In addition, if any of the cards you revealed show the Careful symbol, you gain an extra Careful token. You can hold up to three Careful tokens at any time.

If you stop drawing before making too much noise, you keep all the cards you revealed. These can be used to complete Recipe cards, which score points when finished. Discard the used cards but keep the completed Recipe for scoring at the end. You may then consume one card from your hand to score the points shown on it, but you must discard down to four cards before ending your turn. If you complete one of the available face-up Recipe cards, shuffle all previously discarded Search cards and place them under the Search deck. If you complete a Craving card, draw a new one to try on a later turn.

If you manage to draw seven cards without busting, you may keep as many as you want, but you must stop there.

When completing a Recipe, you may use a Careful token as a wild ingredient to replace any other card. You must still use at least one actual ingredient card, but you may spend as many Careful tokens as you like. Any Careful tokens left at the end of the game are worth one point each.

The game ends when any player reaches 20 or more points. Every other player then takes one final turn. All players total their points from completed Recipes, Cravings, point tokens, and leftover Careful tokens. The player with the most points wins.

Is It Fun? Sneaky Supper Card Game Review

The fun of Sneaky Supper comes from its simplicity and its push-your-luck tension. Each turn you are deciding whether to risk another draw or stop before the noise gets too high. The artwork and theme give it a light-hearted feel, so even when you bust and hand out cards to other players, the player affected tends to laugh rather than groan. It is the kind of game that gets everyone talking, laughing, and cheering when a risky draw pays off. That kind of energy makes the experience very enjoyable in the moment.

Over time, however, the game may not keep its shine for more experienced players. The decisions are always the same: do you draw another card or not. There is not a lot of depth or long-term strategy beyond managing a few tokens and hoping for lucky flips. After several plays the game can start to feel repetitive, especially if you are used to heavier or more varied card games. It is the type of game that might come out occasionally rather than becoming a regular part of game night.

But where Sneaky Supper shines is as a family or casual game. The rules are easy to learn, the artwork is approachable, and the playtime is short enough to fit into any evening. Younger players can grasp the choices quickly and still feel involved, while adults enjoy the simple tension without needing to commit a whole night. For families or groups looking for a quick, fun experience that brings everyone to the table, Sneaky Supper delivers exactly that.

Pros

Very quick to learn and easy to teach
Cute artwork and light-hearted theme make it accessible
Push-your-luck mechanic creates real tension and table drama
Careful tokens add a small layer of strategy and flexibility
Plays fast and works well as a filler game

Cons

Can become repetitive after several plays
Limited strategy means experienced gamers may tire of it quickly
Luck of the draw plays a very big role
Best with groups who enjoy lighter games, less engaging for competitive players

Final Thoughts on Sneaky Supper

Sneaky Supper is a fun, light card game that works best as a quick filler or family title. The cute art and simple push-your-luck mechanics make it instantly accessible, and the tension of risking one more card always creates laughs around the table. However, the limited depth means it may not hold long-term appeal for players who want more strategy. If you are looking for a charming, short game that anyone can jump into, Sneaky Supper is a great choice.