Ninjan is a fast little card game that wraps itself in ninja vibes, but not the grim, serious kind. This one draws from the more playful end of the ninja spectrum: blindfolded training sessions, bold colours, and a touch of cartoon chaos. It’s the kind of game that doesn’t ask for much from you but still manages to sneak in some clever moments and laughs along the way.
The game is made up of just 48 cards, all numbered between -6 and 10. Each card comes in one of three colours, and each colour represents one of the classic rock-paper-scissors elements. There’s a small stack of player aids as well, which are actually very handy. Over the course of nine rounds, you’ll try to collect the highest total score by playing your cards at the right time and outguessing your opponents. Simple, but not without a bit of bite.
???? 2-5 players, ages 7+
⌛ Playing time: 15 minutes
The game is made up of just 48 cards, all numbered between -6 and 10. Each card comes in one of three colours, and each colour represents one of the classic rock-paper-scissors elements. There’s a small stack of player aids as well, which are actually very handy. Over the course of nine rounds, you’ll try to collect the highest total score by playing your cards at the right time and outguessing your opponents. Simple, but not without a bit of bite.
???? 2-5 players, ages 7+
⌛ Playing time: 15 minutes