Chinese Chess
- Players: 2 players
- Play time: 20 min
- BGG rating: 6.1
About Chinese Chess
Despite its name, this game has nothing to do with Xiangqi, the *real* Chinese Chess. It does have original mechanics, though. BGG user chas59 states that the game was designed by Ron Dubrin of New York. The pieces start out filling the 6x6 board except for the central 2x2 area. Both players move both sets of pieces; the trick is that one player jumps same-coloured pieces whilst the other jumps different-coloured pieces. Jumped pieces are removed, and the object of the game is to capture 13 pieces. When you land on same/different-coloured square (there are 12 coloured squares, surrounding the central 2x2 area), you get to go again. Multiple jumps are possible. If you cannot jump, you slide, moving like a rook. Lastly, you cannot move a piece that's just been moved by the opponent.
- Released
- 1981
- Age
- 8+
- Best with
- 2 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play Chinese Chess?
Chinese Chess plays with 2 players.
What is the best player count for Chinese Chess?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Chinese Chess is best with 2 players (1 vote).
How long does Chinese Chess take to play?
A game of Chinese Chess takes 20 min.
What age is Chinese Chess for?
The recommended minimum age for Chinese Chess is 8+.
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