GoRoGo

Logy Games · Board game · 2016
2 · best 2 10+ min
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RECOMMENDED

A punchy, fast-paced abstract strategy-duel for Go enthusiasts and tactical lovers.

Highlights
  • Lightning-fast gameplay
  • Brilliant neutral piece mechanic
  • Deep tactical-depth
Keep in mind
  • Steep learning curve
  • Strictly 2-player-only
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Ever felt like playing Go, but wanted something punchier and faster? Meet GoRoGo! It's like a cousin to the ancient game of Go, but with a much more aggressive attitude. Played on a compact 5x5 grid, the goal isn's territory control, but direct capture: you want to snatch as many of your opponent's pieces as possible.

The real game-changer here is the inclusion of neutral pieces. These pieces change color based on whose turn it is, allowing for tactical maneuvers and-captures that would be illegal in standard Go-rules. This keeps the tension high and the board constantly shifting. Since there are only 25-ish pieces in play, games are lightning-fast, making it the perfect-sized mental workout. It's a game of high-stakes micro-tactics where one wrong move can end your run. If you love deep strategy but crave a quick-fire-round-style-experience, GoRoGo is your new best friend.

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Best player count

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Duel · 2 players
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Game details

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Category: Combinatorial Components: 5 x 5 Grids Digital Implementations: Abstract Play Digital Implementations: Ai Ai Players: Two-Player Only Games Traditional Games: Go
Publisher Logy Games
Designer Mitsuo Yamamoto
Artist Mitsuo Yamamoto

Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
How long does a game last?
Very fast! The small grid means games wrap up in just a few minutes.
Is it hard to learn?
The rules are easy, but the strategy is deep. It's easy to learn, hard to master.
How many players?
It is strictly a 2-player-only-experience.
Is there any luck involved?
Nope. It's a pure-skill-based abstract strategy game.
Is it portable?
Absolutely. Its minimal components make it great for travel.

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