Project GIPF, a two-player board game featuring a hexagonal game board, 18 black and white pieces, and GIPF pieces. Deep strategic and intellectual gameplay, simple, 30-60 minutes, recommended for ages 9 and up. English version, no Japanese instructions.

■ Product overview

A masterpiece of a two-player abstract strategy board game that is simple yet has deep strategic depth.

The highly acclaimed strategy board game GIPF is a full-fledged abstract strategy game that has been loved by board game fans around the world since its release in 1996.
In 1998, it was selected as a recommended work for the German Game of the Year Award, and continues to fascinate many players with its fun, different developments each time and its simple yet deep strategic nature.
The more you think about the intellectual strategy that unfolds on the beautiful hexagonal game board, the more you discover new things.

• Designed exclusively for two players : The ultimate brain-teaser for serious face-to-face battles
• 30-60 minutes : A moderate playing time that allows you to enjoy the game while carefully strategizing.
• Recommended for ages 9 and up : The rules are simple and easy to remember, making it suitable for a wide range of ages.
• Hexagonal board system : unique game design with 37 intersections and 24 outer dots
• Strategic tactics : The use of GIPF pieces plays a key role in determining victory or defeat
• Highly expandable : Can be combined with Potential Piece and other Project GIPF series
• Awards : Internationally acclaimed as a recommended work for the 1998 German Game of the Year Award

■ Product specifications

■ Product Introduction

[How to play the game]

The beautiful hexagonal game board has 37 intersections, and pieces are placed from the 24 outer dots.
Players take turns manipulating pieces of their color on the board, aiming to line up four pieces in a row.
If you get four in a row, all pieces connected to that row are removed from the board, your pieces become reusable, but your opponent's pieces are removed from the game.
You lose if your opponent runs out of spare pieces or loses all of their GIPF pieces.

[Strategic bargaining]

In the standard rules, in addition to the regular pieces, "GIPF pieces" (two pieces stacked on top of each other) are used.
The use of these GIPF pieces is a key factor in determining victory or defeat, adding even more depth to the game.
You can fully enjoy the intellectual tactics of reading your opponent's moves, devising strategies, and sometimes catching them off guard.

[High scalability]

By introducing additional pieces called "potentials," you can further expand the range of strategies.
You can also combine it with other Project GIPF games (TZAAR, ZERTZ, DVONN, etc.) to enjoy even more complex and engaging gameplay.

■ Recommended usage scenarios

• Family board game time : Parents and children can spend educational time competing in strategic battles.
• Challenge friends : Have a serious brain battle during weekend game night
• Collector's item : A highly valued collectible as it was recommended for the German Game of the Year award.
• Gifts : Perfect for board game lovers
• Thinking training : A tool to improve logical thinking and foresight
• Use in cafes and salons : For use in board game cafes and community spaces
• Use in education : In schools and classrooms as a teaching material for learning strategic thinking

■ Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q1. Can I start playing right away even if it's my first time?

A. Yes, the rules are designed to be very simple and easy to remember.
It comes with a detailed rulebook, and you can learn the basics in just a few minutes.
However, experience is required to develop a deeper strategy, and you will discover new things by playing multiple times.

Q2. Can more than 3 people play?

A. GIPF is designed as a two-player game only.
You cannot play with more than three people, but multiple people can take turns playing in a tournament format.

Q3. Can I play this in conjunction with other Project GIPF series?

A. Yes, by combining it with the Project GIPF series such as TZAAR, ZERTZ, and DVONN, you can enjoy more complex and strategic gameplay.
Introducing potential pieces allows for even more diverse strategies.

Q4. It's written in English, but can I play it even if I don't understand Japanese?

A. The rulebook is written in English, but it is packed with illustrations and is easy to understand visually.
There are also many Japanese rule explanations available on the Internet, so you can play without any problems by referring to them.

Q5. How long does one game take?

A. Beginners can play in about 40-60 minutes, but once you get used to it, it will take about 30-40 minutes.
It is designed to be played while taking careful consideration, so it can be enjoyed in a reasonable amount of time.

■ Reasons why we recommend this product

GIPF is a masterpiece that has continued to be loved by board game enthusiasts around the world since its release in 1996.
It was selected as a recommended work for the German Game of the Year Award in 1998, and has captivated many players with its simple yet deep strategic nature.
It is highly expandable, with the use of GIPF pieces and the introduction of potential pieces, making it a work that can be enjoyed for a long time.

The more you think, the more you discover. This is an abstract strategy game for serious players.

■ Shipping/Precautions

• This product is a parallel import product.
  We purchase new, unopened products directly from authorized stores (authorized retailers) in Europe and the United States, and inspect them upon arrival.
  We check the quality of the products before delivering them to our customers.
  
• This product is written in English.
  
• Product specifications and package design may change without notice.
  
• The color of the actual product may differ slightly from that in the photo.
  
• Please be careful of small parts that may be swallowed by small children.
  

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