1978 · Political

Samurai: Game of Politics and Warfare in Feudal Japan

Which player will claim the title of Shogun in feudal Japan? Each player leads a clan of samurai lords competing for control of the Japanese archipelago through warfare and politics. Across 20 turns, players move forces on a map of Japan, capture provinces, manage troops and garrisons, and acquire holdings, titles, ships, and castles. To become Shogun, a player must control two of the four Imperial Articles: the Emperor, the Heir, the Imperial Regalia, and Kyoto Castle.

groupPlayers

2–8 best 4

schedulePlaying time

180 min

cakeAge

12+

psychologyComplexity

2.6 / 5