Waka Waka

Send the chimp to peek at the goods before you gamble your money on them.

πŸ‘₯ 2–4 players⏱ approx. 45 minπŸͺ„ A round to warm up8+
Graf Ludo 2012 Β· nominatedβ˜… 5.6 Β· BGG #12,459

Who it's for

Two to four players who like trading and information games, and anyone who enjoyed Jambo and wants something in the same world with a board.

Not for you if…

You dislike memory as a mechanism or want open information to plan around. It never got the attention Jambo did and is somewhat awkward to find today.

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Vibe's take

Thoughtful and slightly sly, with the satisfaction of buying cheap something you alone know is valuable. Turns are quick, decisions less so.

About this game

As African traders you buy hides, salt, tea and jewellery that are mostly hidden from view. Send your chimpanzee ahead for a peek before you commit money, keep the shaman's fire burning for his help, and call in villagers with useful skills.

Goods stay hidden until you scout themChimpanzee scouting rewards a good memoryShaman helps only while his fire burns

By the numbers

Players

Best at 4 playersWorks with 3–4

Duration

45 min

Ages 8+

Complexity

1.9 / 5 β€” Light

BGG Rating

5.6/10

Rank #12,459

349 ratings

Published

2012

Language

Moderate text

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