Yami

Yami - Save the Kingdom from the Lyken vines !

Yami is a cooperative adventure board game for 2 to 4 players, published by Musoka Studio in Paris and illustrated by Makoto Takami. It plays in 15-minute missions from age 10, combining polyomino tile placement with limited communication.

Welcome to Yami, the board game where families and players of all levels dive into a whimsical, Ghibli-inspired adventure! Each player takes on missions to protect the kingdom, navigating polyomino tile placements, limited communication, and cooperative challenges. But beware: the Lyken Vines spread unpredictably, forcing clever decisions and unexpected twists!

Explore an open world filled with secrets, surprises, and strategic opportunities. Balance risk and reward, plan your moves carefully, and cooperate with your fellow adventurers to save the kingdom before it’s too late!

Quick to learn but rich in depth, Yami offers thrilling rounds that mix strategy, cooperation, and playful chaos, recommended for ages 10 and up. Embark on short 15-minute missions that build into epic campaigns full of adventure.

Key Points

• Family and strategy board game, recommended for ages 10 and up

• Original mechanics: trick-taking, cooperative missions, limited communication, polyomino tile placement, open world exploration

• Immersive universe inspired by 90s JRPGs with a whimsical, Ghibli-like art style

• Strategic planning, teamwork, and surprises at every turn

• Fast-paced missions: 15-minute rounds that build into hours of adventure

• Perfect mix of strategy, cooperation, and playful chaos

Designer : Hikaru Tezuka, Ryoji Suzuku, Hiroki Ohba, Anthony Perone

Artist : Makoto Takami

ENGLISH RULEBOOK AVAILABLE ON BGG !

Frequently asked questions

How many players is Yami for, and how long does it take?

Yami plays with 2 to 4 players. Each mission takes about 15 minutes, and missions link up into a longer campaign.

What age is Yami suitable for?

From age 10.

Is Yami a cooperative game?

Yes. Players work together to save the kingdom from the spreading Lyken vines, placing polyomino tiles with limited communication.

Is Yami available in English?

The box is in French (rulebook and travel journal). An English rulebook is available on BoardGameGeek.

Rules — read the full Yami rules online: components, setup, how to play and end of the game.