# Kitousen

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2026
- **BGG Rating**: —
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-3
- **Duration**: 15-30 min
- **Weight**: —
- **Designers**: Shizukuf
- **Publishers**: Shipomaruya
- **Categories**: Puzzle, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Point to Point Movement

## Verdict
Kitousen is an elegant cooperative puzzle that turns simple movement into an intense mental challenge. It is the perfect choice for those who love optimizing routes and dealing with life-or-death decisions in quick sessions. The experience shines through its minimalism, forcing constant collaboration where every mistake can be fatal.Extremely rewarding logic puzzleFast and intense sessionsExcellent for solo playSimple rules, deep strategyMight frustrate those who hate optimizationLimited component varietyMoral dilemmas can be stressfulRECOMMENDED

## Description
Kitousen, or 'The Line of Return', is the kind of game that seems simple when you read the rules, but will twist your brain in a very satisfying way. Imagine a world on the brink of collapse where a group of survivors desperately needs to find their way home. Your role, whether solo or with up to two friends, is to guide these pieces to their final destination, but the path is anything but easy.

The core mechanic revolves around point-to-point movement, where every move counts and must be calculated with precision. Pieces cannot pass each other and, to make matters worse, cannot stop in the same area. This creates a spatial puzzle where saving one person might mean blocking the path for another. It is the classic dilemma of 'who do I sacrifice so the group can survive?'.

The game introduces a time limit through a countdown, adding a layer of interesting tension. You don't have the luxury of sitting around thinking for hours; you need to act with precision. With three scenarios of varying difficulty, Kitousen is perfect for those who enjoy a compact, fast-paced experience that demands sharp logical thinking. This isn't a game of luck; it's a game of tough choices. If you enjoy cooperative challenges that test your planning skills and teamwork under pressure, this is a great addition to your table. Can you and your team bring everyone back safely, or will the hard choices cost you too much?

## FAQ
### How long does a game of Kitousen last?
The game is quite fast, lasting between 15 to 30 minutes per session.

### Can it be played solo?
Absolutely! The game is designed to be an excellent experience whether you're playing alone or with a group of up to 3 people.

### Is it hard to learn?
The rules are straightforward, but the strategic challenge is high. It's easy to learn, but hard to master.

### Is there a lot of luck involved?
No, Kitousen is a pure logic puzzle. Your decisions dictate success or failure.

### What's in the box?
The game focuses on a compact experience with survivor pieces and a track board for movement.

### Who is this game for?
It's for those who enjoy puzzles, tense cooperative games, and exercising their brain in a short amount of time.