Yomi (Second Edition)

Djama Games, Pegasus Spiele, Sirlin Games · Board game · 2014
1–4 · best 2 Solo 20 min Weight 2.7/5
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Our Verdict

If you love fighting games and want a strategic, fast-paced card experience, Yomi is the perfect choice! It's a mental duel where reading your opponent is as crucial as having the right card in hand.

Highlights
  • Strategic card combat
  • Sharp opponent reading
  • Unique and balanced characters
  • Fast and intense matches
Keep in mind
  • Initial learning curve
  • Relies on player interaction
  • Can feel repetitive without variety
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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About the game
Get ready for a card duel that simulates the intensity of a fighting game! Yomi (Second Edition) brings the action to your table, replacing physical blows with mastery in hand management. Here, every card is a crucial decision, and the goal is to read your opponent as well as you know your own character. Think like a video game fighter: you need to master your combos, anticipate your opponent's moves, and exploit their weaknesses. Each fighter's deck is structured like a standard deck of cards: numbers are normal moves, face cards are specials, and aces are super moves, making it easy to learn. Yomi was designed for high-level play, with years of testing to ensure fair balance and exciting matches, whether in the classic 1v1, 2v2 team battles, or even in a solo mode against a game-controlled opponent. Rounds happen simultaneously: both players play a card face down, reveal, and resolve combat. Blocking gives you an advantage, hitting opens up combos, and dodging allows for a quick counter-attack. And there's more: a bluff phase lets you negate combos with a 'Joker' card! Discarding pairs or sequences can help you search for powerful 'Aces'. Victory comes when the opponent's life reaches zero or when their deck runs out, and you're in the lead. It's a game that tests your ability to assess card values in real-time and, of course, your skill in predicting your opponent's patterns.
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Digital Implementations: Steam Game: Yomi (second edition) Players: Games with Solitaire Rules Series: Fantasy Strike (Sirlin)
Publisher Djama Games, Pegasus Spiele, Sirlin Games
Designer David Sirlin
Artist Concept Art House, Genzoman, Long Vo, Udon Crew
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players does Yomi support?
Yomi is ideal for 2 players, but also features modes for 1 player (solo), 2v2, and even 3v3 (which can be played as 1v1 with multiple characters).
How long does a game of Yomi take?
Games are quite fast, typically lasting between 20 to 30 minutes, depending on player experience.
Is Yomi difficult to learn?
The card structure (numbers, face cards, aces) makes the basics easy to grasp. The complexity comes from strategy and reading the opponent, which requires a few games to master.
What makes Yomi different from other card games?
The main difference is its simulation of a fighting game. It uses mechanics like rock-paper-scissors and simultaneous action selection to create intense, strategic duels, with a strong focus on reading the opponent.
Is there a solo mode for playing Yomi?
Yes, Yomi includes a solo mode where you face a game-controlled opponent to practice and hone your skills.
What components come with the game?
The second edition typically includes decks for specific characters, like the Starter Set with Grave and Jaina. The exact number of characters may vary depending on the edition or expansion.