# KOI

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2018
- **BGG Rating**: 6.3
- **BGG Rank**: #8856
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 40-60 min
- **Weight**: 2.00 / 5
- **Designers**: Bill Lasek
- **Artists**: Christy Freeman
- **Publishers**: Smirk & Laughter Games
- **Categories**: Animals, Card Game
- **Mechanics**: Events, Grid Movement, Hand Management, Hexagon Grid, Take That

## Verdict
Fans of light strategy games with gorgeous visuals and indirect interaction will love KOI. A serene pond... until feeding time!Stunning, thematic artworkSimple strategy, tactical depthRandom events keep gameplay freshWell-implemented solo modeDirect interaction may frustrate casual playersEvent randomness can swing gamesRECOMMENDED

## Description
In KOI, you’re a colorful koi fish swimming through a serene pond, but the competition for food is fierce! Each player controls a fish using programmed movement cards to navigate the hexagonal board, trying to gobble up dragonflies (3 points each) and frogs (1 point). But it’s not just swimming and eating: you can also place elements like lily pads (which spawn dragonflies), stones (which block opponents), and cherry blossoms (which scatter creatures in your direction). Each round, a random event changes the game rules, requiring quick adaptation. The game lasts seven days (rounds), and whoever scores the most points wins. There’s even a solo mode against an adjustable AI! KOI is an elegant game with simple strategy but tactical depth — and a gorgeous look that captures the peace (and rivalry) of a Japanese pond.

## FAQ
### How many players can play?
1 to 4 players, including a solo mode against AI.

### How long does a game take?
Around 40-60 minutes, depending on player count.

### Is it hard to learn?
Nope! Rules are simple, but the game has tactical depth.

### Does it need a lot of table space?
The hex board is compact, but you’ll need room for cards and tokens.

### Is it kid-friendly?
Yes, ages 10+ due to strategy and mild interaction.

### Is there language dependency?
No, cards use intuitive icons and minimal text.

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