Honga

HABA · Board game · 2018
8.3 Ludopedia 6.9 BGG 2–5 · best 4 45 min Weight 2.1/5
Buy · from US$ 30.63
8.3 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

Family gamers who enjoy strategic decisions will love Honga. The hungry tiger adds a delicious pinch of chaos!

Highlights
  • Multiple paths to victory
  • Light but fun interaction
  • Constant pressure from Honga
  • Well-executed prehistoric theme
Keep in mind
  • Too random for hardcore gamers
  • Limited player interaction
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In prehistoric times, the saber-toothed tiger clan needs a new leader – and you're in the running! In Honga, you'll gather resources, explore forests, honor gods, and even trade with other clans. But beware: Honga the hungry tiger is always eyeing your food. If you don't spend actions to distract him, he'll raid your camp and steal your precious supplies. The game blends worker placement with action points – each card you play on the central board determines how many times an action can be used, depending on its rotation. There are multiple paths to victory: focus on trade, mammoth herds, or god worship. And even though it's a family game (ages 8+), the decision-making is quite engaging. Player interaction is light, but Honga's constant pressure keeps everyone on their toes!

Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

4 videos

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 REC
3 BEST
4 BEST
5 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Categories

Families

Animals: Tigers Series: Family Games (HABA)
Publisher HABA
Designer Günter Burkhardt
Artist Stephanie Böhm

Community

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1,758owners
376wishlist
51want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play?
2 to 5 players, great for families or small groups.
How long does a game last?
About 45 minutes – quick enough to play twice in one night!
Is it hard to learn?
Not at all! The rules are simple (weight 2.1/5 on BGG), perfect for beginners.
Is language dependent?
No language dependence – everything works with icons and numbers.
Worth it for heavy gamers?
If you crave deep complexity, maybe not. But it's a great light game option.

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