Under the Leaves

Grow a wild little garden one tile at a time in Under the Leaves, the cosy tile-laying puzzle from Trevor Benjamin and Brett J. Gilbert. Draft tiles from the market, build contiguous habitats on your own grid, and watch bees, hummingbirds and other creatures arrive to turn your patch into a thriving refuge. Quick to teach, gorgeous to look at and satisfyingly crunchy underneath, it sits comfortably alongside Cascadia and Calico as a go-to for families and light-strategy fans.

• Players: 2–4
• Play time: 25–40 min
• Ages: 8+
• Publisher: Grand Gamers Guild
• Year: 2026