About the jawala family game

The story behind the jawala family game

We designed the jawala family game to solve a familiar problem: getting everyone—from kids to grandparents—laughing and engaged without a long rules lecture. The result is a punchy blend of dice luck, clever card powers, and quick tactical choices. Each session tells a new story thanks to 120 unique action and challenge cards and a flexible path on the foldable board.

The rulebook includes a true one-page quick start so your first turn begins in minutes. From there, rerolls and tokens create small moments of drama, and the race-to-score endgame guarantees a satisfying finish without dragging late turns.

Who this game is for—and why it clicks

• Families wanting a lively game between dinner and bedtime.
• Kids (8+) who love surprises, with enough depth to keep adults hooked.
• Friends hosting game night who want something easy to teach and easy to replay.

In every box you’ll find: 120 cards, a foldable board, 40 scoring tokens, 1 custom die, 6 player markers, and a quick-start rulebook. Typical playtime is 20–30 minutes, so you can run a best-of-three tournament or fit a round before a movie.

Why it works: turns are snappy, choices feel meaningful, and challenges spark genuine table laughs. That balance keeps kids engaged and gives planners just enough strategy to strut their stuff.