How many players is Samurai?

Samurai plays with 2–4 players, ages 10 and up.

How long does Samurai take to play?

A game of Samurai takes 30–60 min, at medium-light complexity (2.5/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Samurai rates 7.5/10 from 14,925 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / medieval game built around area majority / influence, hand management, hexagon grid.

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Samurai (1998)

2–4 players · 30–60 min · age 10+ · ★ 7.5 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 30–60 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 7.5/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 10+ who like abstract strategy games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30–60 min.

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About Samurai

Dispute the favor of three different castes in order to unite Japan under your rule.

Abstract Strategy Medieval

Mechanics: Area Majority / Influence, Hand Management, Hexagon Grid, Once-Per-Game Abilities, Set Collection, Tile Placement · Designer: Reiner Knizia

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Samurai FAQ

How many players is Samurai?: Samurai plays with 2–4 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Samurai take to play?: A game of Samurai takes 30–60 min, at medium-light complexity (2.5/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Samurai any good?: Samurai rates 7.5/10 from 14,925 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy / medieval game built around area majority / influence, hand management, hexagon grid.