Koi (EN)

In Koi, you step into a serene world inspired by traditional Japanese gardens. Your goal is both simple and deeply rewarding: create a stunning 3D koi pond that balances beauty, harmony, and strategic efficiency.

Each turn offers two elegant choices: meditate or work. Meditating lets you gain cards, resources, and koi, while working allows you to use your Sensei abilities to shape your pond by placing tiles and developing your layout.

At its core, the game features a layered tile placement game system where every decision matters. Koi fish score more when surrounded by water and water-lilies, while decorative elements like lanterns and bridges enhance both scoring and visual appeal.

Koi stands out by blending thoughtful strategy with a calming atmosphere. You are not just playing - you are crafting a living landscape. With dynamic objectives and evolving gameplay, every session feels fresh and visually unique.

You will enjoy Koi if you are looking for a relaxing board game, a strategic yet accessible game, or a tile placement experience with strong visual appeal. It is perfect for solo sessions or peaceful group play.

Interesting fact: the game is inspired by real koi symbolism in Japanese culture, where these fish represent perseverance and success. In gameplay, koi surrounded by water can even have their value doubled, reinforcing this thematic depth .

Designed by Rosaria Battiato, Massimo Borzì, and Martino Chiacchiera, with artwork by Emiliano Castellano, Koi delivers a refined and visually soothing experience that perfectly matches its gameplay.

BOX CONTENTS
170 pond tiles (water, foliage, water-lily, shore, lantern)
21 koi tiles (small, medium, large)
48 cards
10 goal cards
4 summary cards
1 main board
4 Sensei boards
4 spring tiles
26 goal tiles
6 storage expansion tiles
12 luck tokens
30 coins
1 score pad

Number of players: 1 to 4
Duration: 30 to 45 minutes
Age: 10+