LUDOS Asia (Lemery Games, 2024)
Summoned past: classic abstract games from Asia with unique graphics. Review.
Written by
Máté Lencse
Educator, game designer,
founder of PlayWise
Why listen to him?
Máté has been regularly playing modern board games and classic abstract board games since 2013. He plays because he loves to. He plays because as an educator, it is his most important motivational and developmental tool. He plays because as a father, it is one of the highest quality times spent with his daughter. He plays because it adds to his marriage. He plays to get to know games and as a game designer, to be able to create new ones. Thus, it's not surprising that he often plays through 15-20 games weekly. Learn more about him and his background on his author page or follow him on social media:
I have long followed the work of my fellow world-traveling compatriots (Krisztina Felmery, Tamas Leidal). Chili Mafia is a much-played, beloved card game of ours, and I even had the opportunity to get a sneak peek at the development of Reviving Kathmandu during a test session. The plan was for that to be the next product I acquired, but I ultimately couldn't resist the LUDOS Asia abstract game collection, especially after seeing that there was a Print and Play version available. The Kickstarter campaign was an incredible success (3624 backers), and I finally printed out the boards and played several rounds of the games.
Boards
Playing with My Daughter (Bagh Chal)
Illustrations
Overall Impression
I would like to reiterate: this is an important release, as it makes old classics visible and does so successfully, reaching many people. The quality is excellent, the rules are good and filled with welcome additional information. My personal favorite is Bagh Chal; I really want to unravel the mystery of the goats. I've long enjoyed Shogi, and that will certainly be brought out often as well. Actually, I've put together a nice travel pack with the 4 boards, 40 pieces, and four throwing sticks, so I'll be making a lot of people happy with this in the coming period.
Playing Yut on the Train
Reviews
Quality gaming sessions are also accessible with print and play games.