Many players are unsure if the Pudding cards can result in a penalty during the final scoring phase.
According to the Sushi Go! Official Rulebook, the player with the fewest Pudding cards loses 6 points.
Sushi Go! Official Rulebook [edition not specified]
These rules correspond to the US edition of Sushi Go!.
Official Rule Breakdown
Regarding the scoring of Pudding cards, these are only tallied at the end of the game after three rounds. The player who has collected the most Pudding cards scores 6 points, with ties being split evenly (ignoring any remainder). Conversely, the player with the fewest Pudding cards (including players who have none) loses 6 points. If multiple players tie for the least amount of Pudding, the 6 lost points are split evenly among them (ignoring any remainder). In a 2-player game, the negative points for the least Pudding are not awarded.
Example Play Situation
Alice has 4 Pudding cards and Bob has 1 Pudding card. After three rounds, Alice receives 6 points for having the most, while Bob loses 6 points for having the least.
Common Misconceptions
- Pudding cards are scored every round
- Negative points apply in 2-player games
- Tied players for least pudding both lose full points
Quick Reference
| You Can | You Cannot |
|---|---|
| Keep Pudding cards in front of you after each round | Do not score Pudding at the end of individual rounds |
| Split tied points evenly and ignore remainders | Do not apply negative Pudding points in a 2-player game |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the official rule for Pudding scoring in Sushi Go!?
- Most Pudding gets 6 points; least Pudding loses 6 points, except in 2-player games.
- Do I lose points for Pudding if I am playing with only one other person?
- No, in a 2-player game, no one loses points for having the least Pudding.
- What happens if two players tie for the fewest Pudding cards?
- The 6 lost points are split evenly between the tied players, ignoring any remainder.
- When should I calculate my Pudding card score?
- Pudding is only scored at the very end of the game after all three rounds are finished.
