
- BGG rank
- BGG #15,564
- BGG rating
- 6.6
Joker Marbles
- 2–6 players
- 20 min
- Complexity 1.3/5
- 1970

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Yut Nori is a board game released in 500 for 2–8 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 6 and up. Its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move.
A race game which originated in ancient Korea. The 29 spaces on the board form a cross inside a circle. The spaces on the circle at the four intersections with the arms of the cross have special functions. One of these spaces is the entry and exit space, the others allow a horse landing on them to shortcut through the middle of the circle. The object is to be the first to get all of your horses around the circle and off the board. Dai Jobi is a game similar to Nyout and may need to be merged into this game page. Zon Ahl is a similar game played by Native Americans and probably derived from Nyout. Pima Indian Stick Game is a similar game played by Native Americans and probably derived from Nyout. Namuhana presented at Essen Spiel 2009 a new rethemed edition named Penguin C.
Yut Nori supports 2–8 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Yut Nori is 30 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 Yut Nori for ages 6 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.
Yut Nori has a complexity rating of 1.3 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Yut Nori belongs to these categories: Abstract Strategy and Racing. Its main mechanics are Roll / Spin and Move. 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 catalogue lists Yut Nori as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.