# Kamisado

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2008
- **BGG Rating**: 7.0
- **BGG Rank**: #1996
- **Players**: 2 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 2.36 / 5
- **Designers**: Peter Burley
- **Artists**: Peter Burley, Peter Dennis, Steve Tolley, Yoojung Lee
- **Publishers**: Burley Games, 999 Games, Devir, FoxMind, HUCH!, MTS Games, Popcorn Games, Zvezda
- **Categories**: Abstract Strategy
- **Mechanics**: Grid Movement, Slide / Push, Square Grid

## Verdict
If you enjoy a pure abstract strategy challenge that tests your ability to anticipate moves, Kamisado is for you! It's a quick, intense duel that makes you ponder every single play.Pure and deep strategyFast and dynamic gamesClever color mechanicSimple rules, high complexityTwo-player onlyCan be frustrating initiallyNo theme, just strategyHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Kamisado is a game of pure abstract strategy, where luck takes a backseat! Prepare for a mind duel on a vibrant 8x8 colored board. The objective is straightforward: get your 'Dragon Tower' to the opposite side of the board. But here's the twist: you can only move the tower that matches the color of the space your opponent just landed on. This creates a modern chess-like experience, where each move opens or closes paths, demanding foresight and keen attention to your opponent's plays.

As the game progresses, your older towers can be promoted to 'Sumos', gaining the powerful ability to push opponent's pieces back! This 'push' mechanic not only gives you a tactical advantage but can also earn you extra turns, speeding up the game and increasing complexity. Tension escalates with every move, as the board becomes a maze of possibilities and blockades. Whoever masters this dance of colors and pushes, accumulating enough points, will be crowned the 'Kamisado Grand Master'. It's a fast-paced game, with matches lasting around 20 minutes, perfect for those who enjoy strategic challenges and intense duels.

## FAQ
### How many players can play Kamisado?
Kamisado is exclusively a 2-player game, perfect for a one-on-one strategic duel!

### How long does a game take?
Games are quite fast, usually taking around 20 minutes to complete.

### Is there any luck involved in Kamisado?
Not at all! Kamisado is a game of pure skill and strategy, with no dice, cards, or any element of chance.

### What is the main objective of the game?
The objective is to be the first player to get your 'Dragon Tower' to the back row on the opposite side of the board.

### What are the 'Sumos'?
Sumos are promoted towers that gain the special ability to push opponent's pieces backward, which can earn extra turns.

### Who would you recommend Kamisado to?
We recommend it for lovers of abstract games, pure strategy, and those who enjoy quick, challenging duels where every move matters.

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