Onitama

Number of players: 2
Playing time: 15–20 min
Complexity: 1.74 / 5
Age: 8+

About the game:
Onitama is an elegant two-player abstract strategy game inspired by chess and martial arts. Each player controls a Master and four Students on a 5×5 board, and the game comes with a set of movement cards — each depicting a unique move pattern. Only five cards are in play at a time, and after using a card, you pass it to your opponent, meaning both players must constantly adapt their strategy. The goal is to either capture your opponent's Master or move your own Master onto the opponent's shrine. Deep, fast, and beautiful.

Awards & Honors
2023 MinD-Spielepreis 2 Players Game Nominee
2016 UK Games Expo Best Abstract Game Winner
2016 Mensa Recommended
2016 Cardboard Republic Striker Laurel Nominee
2016 Board Game Quest Awards Best Two Player Game Nominee
2015 Cardboard Republic Striker Laurel Nominee
2014 Golden Geek Best Abstract Board Game Nominee