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Manitou (1997)

2–4 players · 45 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.1 on BGG

Players
2–4
Play time
45 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
6.1/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 12+ who like card game games — medium-light complexity, plays in 45 min.

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Manitou board game box cover

About Manitou

It is time for the buffalo hunt. Each player displays the hunters and great warriors of his tribe which make up his hunting party. Great warriors can capture opponents' tribesmen and score points for you. Strong hunters can win buffalo for the tribe. Whoever plays his cards with the greatest skill over the three hunts wins the game. Part of the Goldsieber à la Carte line of games. Re-implemented as: Big Manitou

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Card Game

Mechanics: Area Majority / Influence, Card Drafting, Hand Management, Rock-Paper-Scissors

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P

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Manitou FAQ

How many players is Manitou?
Manitou plays with 2–4 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Manitou take to play?
A game of Manitou takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Manitou any good?
Manitou rates 6.1/10 from 371 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game game built around area majority / influence, card drafting, hand management.