# GoRoGo ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2016 - **BGG Rating**: 6.9 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2) - **Duration**: 10-0 min - **Weight**: — - **Designers**: Mitsuo Yamamoto - **Artists**: Mitsuo Yamamoto - **Publishers**: Logy Games - **Categories**: Abstract Strategy - **Mechanics**: Enclosure, Square Grid, Tile Placement ## Verdict A punchy, fast-paced abstract strategy-duel for Go enthusiasts and tactical lovers.Lightning-fast gameplayBrilliant neutral piece mechanicDeep tactical-depthSteep learning curveStrictly 2-player-onlyRECOMMENDED ## Description 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. ## FAQ ### 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.