HANIWA (2023)

About this game

“Make ‘em Happier ? or not ” Manage the Happiness Dice and gain victory points! This game “HANIWA” is a puzzle like tile placement game. Numbers of Haniwa in both columns and rows influence each other in this game. Players will divide into two areas. The grid forms 4 columns, 3 rows. Players alternate and place their Haniwa from their hands until both fields are filled. At the end of the game, both players compares numbers in the columns. Player that has higher number will receive “Reward” from each GOZOKU. These Rewards(VP) are determined by “Happiness Dice”, and their number changes in the game! Not only can Rewards be obtained from the GOZOKU. If you make an “8” with four Haniwas in a ROW, you will get a bonus Reward! Managing the Haniwa numbers in both rows and columns is the key to victory! You will be the best Haniwa master of the year.

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Works with 1 to 4. It has a designed solo mode.
• Rules load. At 2.0/5 this is a mid-weight game — expect a proper rules explanation before you start.
• Age. The publisher suggests 6 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.