Sekigahara: The Unification of Japan
Unify Japan in a battle where loyalty shatters without warning
Who it's for
Two-player wargame fans who appreciate elegant design. One of the most accessible entry points into serious historical wargaming.
Not for you if…
Not for players who dislike hidden information or need more than 2 players. Expect 3+ hours per session.
Vibe's take
Tense, elegant, atmospheric, deceptive
About this game
Elegant two-player block wargame set during the 1600 Battle of Sekigahara. Hidden blocks create fog of war as players maneuver armies across Japan, but loyalty is uncertain — cards determine whether units actually fight or defect mid-battle.
Get it
from €12
Mechanics
Categories
By the numbers
Players
Duration
180 min
Ages 12+
Complexity
2.8 / 5 — MediumBGG Rating
7.3/10
Rank #229
6.6k ratings
Published
2011
Designed by
Matt Calkins
Published by
Korea Boardgames, GaGa Games, GMT Games, Devir
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