Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you enjoy games with strong themes, asymmetric strategy, and a touch of Japanese folklore, Night Parade of a Hundred Yokai is a perfect fit! It's a game that makes you think and interact a lot.
Highlights
- Immersive theme
- Asymmetric powers
- Modular board
- Solo rules
- High interaction
Keep in mind
- Some 'take that' possible
- Hidden points create uncertainty
- Initial learning curve
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for an adventure in feudal Japan, where King Enma has vanished and the throne is vacant! In Night Parade of a Hundred Yokai, forgotten demigod clans, each with their unique abilities, step onto the scene, ready to battle for control of the islands. Your mission is to assemble the most efficient night parade, summoning new yokai (supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore) to spread your influence. Each round, you activate one of your parades to send your yokai meeples to haunt the islands. They move, collect resources, and, of course, battle rival yokai. As soon as an island accumulates a certain number of yokai, the inhabitants build a shrine to 'pacify' them, sending your meeples back to your player area — but not before securing your influence. The game is a strategic race: the first player to have five shrines in play triggers the end of the game. After a final round for the others, victory points are revealed via secret cards, and the winner is crowned. It's a strategy game with plenty of interaction, where the modular board ensures each game is a unique experience, and the asymmetric clan powers bring incredible replayability. If you enjoy rich thematics and well-integrated mechanics, you'll have a blast!
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Families
Publisher
Brueh Games Inc., Board Zeppelin, Conclave Editora, Dice&Bones
Designer
Luís Brueh
Artist
Luís Brueh
Community
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330wishlist
31want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play Night Parade of a Hundred Yokai?
The game is designed for 1 to 4 players, which is great because it allows for both solo games and sessions with friends!
What is the average playtime for a game?
A game usually takes between 30 and 45 minutes. It's a very reasonable time for a game that offers a good amount of strategy and interaction.
What is the complexity level of the game?
It has a BGG weight of 1.96, which classifies it as a light to medium complexity game. The rules are accessible, but there's strategic depth to explore.
Do the asymmetric clan powers really make a difference?
Absolutely! Each of the four clans has unique abilities that significantly change your approach and strategy, ensuring that each game is a different experience.
Is Night Parade of a Hundred Yokai good for new players?
Yes, it's a great entry point! Despite having strategy, the mechanics are easy to understand, and the theme is super engaging, which helps new players stay hooked.
Are the components of good quality?
The game features thematic yokai meeples and a modular board that is both beautiful and functional, contributing to immersion and the visual experience.
Is there a lot of player interaction?
Yes, quite a bit! You'll constantly be competing for area majority on the islands, and the battles between yokai are a key point for direct interaction and control disputes.
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