Sinoda is an abstract strategy game in which players attempt to win by taking each other’s pieces. However, it’s not the number of pieces that matters, but the point value of those pieces.
“If there is an award for abstract games, I would give it to this one for sure.”
– Dr. Brian MacDonald, brainsongames.ca –
“Best abstract game I have played in years!”
Now on STEAM!
Sinoda is now on this great digital platform. With different game modes, challenge your Sinoda game in exciting ways!
Easy to learn: Players have ONLY 1 of 2 OPTIONS
With each turn, players can move a piece on the stunning “Flower of Life” board OR adjust a piece’s value up or down by one. The number atop each pyramid like piece indicates its movement and point value. More maneuverable pieces are worth more points to opponents if captured, so plan wisely!
The game ends when:
- A player loses all their pieces or
- A player captures six opposing pieces or
- All players have only one piece left
Players then tally points from captured pieces, and the highest total wins.
In two-player games, you can claim victory through the special “Win by Sinoda” condition by gaining so many points your opponent can’t catch up, even if they capture all your remaining pieces. In games with three or more players, eliminated players don’t sit out. A player down to their last piece becomes pivotal, as others may protect them to prevent the leading player from ending the game for the win.
Friendly Local Game Store
Be a Sinoda champion by talking to your friendly local game store and asking them to put Sinoda on their shelf. Always try and support stores in your area. If they don’t know about Sinoda, have them contact us and we’ll get them set up.
If YOU are a friendly local game store and want to get in on the Sinoda action, please contact us.
Order Online
If you do not have access to a local game store, you can order directly from us.
Download a PDF of the rules
How long is a game of Sinoda?
The game takes about 10 minutes per player, and the rules are easy to learn. But the strategy and forethought for each move can be very deep!
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Explanation
Watch the video below to learn how the game works.
Sinoda Review “I think this is a brilliant abstract game.”
Thanks to Brains On Games for this excellent review.
Publishers, let’s partner…
If you’re a game publishing company and are interested in producing Sinoda, please contact us to let us know. We’d love to work together!