# Ginkgo

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4
- **Duration**: 20-30 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Fabien Clavel
- **Publishers**: Le Lion Vert
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy, Card Game, Puzzle
- **Mechanics**: Chaining, Square Grid

## Verdict
Fans of spatial puzzles and quick strategy games will love Ginkgo. Like a zen garden that requires math!Challenging 4x4 gridSmart element combosQuick and replayableVisually stunningToo abstract for someInitial card luckRECOMMENDED

## Description
In Ginkgo, you're a Guardian trying to restore balance to a sacred tree across the seasons. This game blends abstract strategy with puzzle elements, tasking you with creating a harmonious 4x4 grid using cards. Each card represents elements and seasons that interact when aligned. The catch? You must wisely choose whether to take cards from the river (shared area) or the draw pile, activating special powers and combining effects to maximize your Harmony points. Despite its serene theme, Ginkgo demands careful planning — one wrong move might imbalance your tree! It plays well at any player count, including solo, with quick 20-30 minute games. Perfect for those who enjoy visually beautiful games with brain-burning challenges.

## FAQ
### Does it work well solo?
Yes! The solo mode is challenging and keeps the game's essence.

### Is it hard to learn?
Rules are simple, but mastering combos takes a few plays.

### How many cards are included?
64 cards, each with unique elements and seasons.

### Recommended minimum age?
10+, but adults will appreciate the strategies more.

### Do you need a board?
No, the game happens on the grid formed by table cards.