Niya by Blue Orange Games

In Japan’s Imperial Garden, courtly manners and nature’s beauty veil a dark political conspiracy among two influential clans. On each turn, players replace a garden tile with one of their clan tokens. The next player can only exchange a token for a garden tile that has an element in common with the previously chosen tile. The first to position their clan in a row, square, or blockade will win control of the garden!

Why we like it: Develop critical thinking and strategy while spending time in the imperial garden. The winning strategist’s clan seizes control of the garden. Players must activate their executive functioning skills in order to match elements and outwit their opponent.

 7 to Adult
$12.99
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