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Pente (1977)
2–4 players · 30 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.6 on BGG
- Players
- 2–4
- Play time
- 30 min
- Age
- 8+
- Complexity
- Medium-light
- BGG rating
- 6.6/10
Best for 2–4 players aged 8+ who like abstract strategy games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30 min.
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About Pente
A tactical abstract game won by 5-in-a-row or 5 captures.
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Mechanics: Pattern Building · Designer: Tom Braunlich, Gary Gabrel
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Pente FAQ
- How many players is Pente?
- Pente plays with 2–4 players, ages 8 and up.
- How long does Pente take to play?
- A game of Pente takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (2.1/5 on BoardGameGeek).
- Is Pente any good?
- Pente rates 6.6/10 from 2,764 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy game built around pattern building.