
- BGG rank
- BGG #15,788
- BGG rating
- 6.4
Alchemidus
- 1–127 players
- 30 min
- Complexity 1.5/5
- 2015

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Onitama: Box Espansioni is an expansion for Onitama released in 2026 for 2 players, 10 minutes per game, and ages 8 and up. It was designed by Shimpei Sato and its main mechanics are Hand Management and Grid Movement.
Elevate your gaming experience to the next level with Onitama: Expansion Box, the ultimate collection that brings together in a single package all official expansions for Onitama, the acclaimed two-player abstract strategy game. If you have already mastered the elegant mechanics of the base game, this box will allow you to expand your tactical possibilities with new cards, game modes, and innovative mechanics, while keeping intact the simplicity and strategic depth that have made Onitama a modern classic. Please note: To use the contents of this box, owning the Onitama base game is required. All official expansions in a single box Onitama: Expansion Box includes every expansion published for the game, offering an enormous variety of combinations and strategies. Sensei's Path Expand your tactical repertoire with 14 new Move cards, which can be used individually or combined with the base game deck. Every match becomes different from the previous one thanks to new configurations that require planning, adaptability, and the ability to anticipate your opponent's moves. Shadows & Light This expansion introduces the mysterious Ninja, adding a new strategic dimension to the game. Featuring two new modes—one symmetrical and one asymmetrical—mechanics of hidden movement, bluffing, and deduction come into play, making every challenge even more intense and unpredictable. Way of the Wind With the Wind Spirit, a neutral piece that moves across the battlefield, the balance of the match changes constantly. This new mechanic forces both players to rethink their strategies turn after turn, creating situations that are always diverse and rich in opportunities. Promo Cards Complete your collection with a selection of promotional Move cards released over the years. These cards further increase the variety of matches, offering new configurations and combinations that keep every encounter fresh and stimulating. Virtually endless replayability One of the greatest strengths of Onitama: Expansion Box is the ability to use each expansion separately or combine them together, creating ever-new gaming experiences. The numerous Move cards and different modes allow you to customize every match, significantly increasing the title's longevity and offering continuous challenges even for the most experienced players.
Onitama: Box Espansioni supports 2 players according to the catalogue. This is the publisher’s listed player count, so the game is designed for exactly that number of participants. Variants for other group sizes, if any, are described in the rulebook of your edition, so check it before setting up a different configuration.
The listed playing time for Onitama: Box Espansioni is 10 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Onitama: Box Espansioni for ages 8 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Onitama: Box Espansioni belongs to these categories: Abstract Strategy and Expansion for Base-game. Its main mechanics are Hand Management and Grid Movement. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Onitama: Box Espansioni are: Shimpei Sato. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Onitama: Box Espansioni as an expansion for Onitama. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Onitama to use it. Check that your edition of Onitama is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.