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Board game · medieval, strategy

Samurai

Reiner Knizia

1998 · 2⁠–⁠4 players, best with 3 · 30⁠–⁠60 min · ages 10+

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How many players

For 2 to 4 players, best with 3.

  • 2 players
  • 3 players: best
  • 4 players

Weight and time

Medium-light: 2.5 on BoardGameGeek’s five-point scale. A game takes 30–60 minutes, for ages 10 and up.

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  • BoardGameGeek7.5/1015,146 ratings
  • BGG rank224thamong all games

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How to play Samurai

Players place tiles on a hex grid to build influence around figures, while managing a limited hand and choosing when to use a one-time ability. It feels like a focused contest over several connected areas, with set collection adding another consideration to each placement. It suits 2 to 4 players, especially three, who want a strategic game that lasts 30 to 60 minutes.

Mechanics

  • Area majority
  • Hand management
  • Hex grid
  • Once-per-game abilities
  • Set collection
  • Tile placement

Credits Samurai

  • DesignReiner Knizia
  • ArtFranz Vohwinkel
  • PublisherHans im Glück

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Game details Samurai

Year published
1998
Players
2–4, best with 3
Playing time
30–60 minutes
Age
ages 10+
Weight
2.5 out of 5
Designer
Reiner Knizia
Publisher
Hans im Glück

Frequently asked questions Samurai

How many players is Samurai for?

For 2 to 4 players. It plays best with 3.

How long does a game take?

30 to 60 minutes.

What age is it for?

Ages 10 and up.

Is it an expansion or a standalone game?

A standalone game: everything is in the box.

Can two people play?

Yes. It plays with 2–4.

Sources: BoardGameGeek (game data and box photos, as of 2022). As of November 14, 2026. · Ta strona po polsku