If you enjoy fast-paced, strategic two-player games with a cultural theme and clever mechanics, Leaping Lions is a must-have! It's a game that fits your budget and schedule, yet delivers a lot of fun.
- Clever strategy in few cards
- Vibrant cultural theme
- Quick and dynamic matches
- Easy to learn and play
- Language dependency on cards
- Two-player focused experience
About the game
What you do in a play session
Each turn, you choose a new platform to add to your stage, or you can discard it to upgrade an existing platform. With each leap, your lion advances, and the height of the platforms you use earns points. But that's not all! You'll also collect sets of musical instruments, pairs of firecrackers, and fans to impress the crowd. And to add an extra touch of magic, use special abilities that can turn the game in your favor.
In the end, scoring considers your lion's final position, the collected items, and the sequence of platforms. It's a fast-paced, strategic, and action-packed game, perfect for those who enjoy challenges with few rules but great depth. Ideal for playing in pairs and experiencing the excitement of this cultural tradition in a whole new way!
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