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YINSH (2003)

2 players · 30–60 min · age 9+ · ★ 7.7 on BGG

Players
2
Play time
30–60 min
Age
9+
Complexity
Medium
BGG rating
7.7/10

Best for 2 players aged 9+ who like abstract strategy games — medium complexity, plays in 30–60 min.

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YINSH board game box cover

About YINSH

Move rings over pieces to flip them, creating rows of five in your color.

Abstract Strategy

Mechanics: Catch the Leader, Grid Movement, Pattern Building · Designer: Kris Burm

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YINSH FAQ

How many players is YINSH?
YINSH plays with 2 players — it is a strict 2-player game, ages 9 and up.
How long does YINSH take to play?
A game of YINSH takes 30–60 min, at medium complexity (2.7/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is YINSH any good?
YINSH rates 7.7/10 from 7,525 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a abstract strategy game built around catch the leader, grid movement, pattern building.