Night of the Ninja*
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Night of the Ninja is a fast deduction game for 4 to 11 players. You fight for your House, but first you must work out who belongs to whom.
What's it about?
Your mission is to defeat a rival ninja House. The catch: nobody shows their loyalty openly. You have to trick others, read the table, and strike at the right moment.
How it plays
Each round you pick a ninja role. Some gather knowledge, others can kill.
- Draft your ninja cards.
- Choose a role like Spy, Fortune Teller, or Shinobi.
- Play your cards, with the deadliest saved for last.
A single round runs in about five minutes. You can earn Honor even after you die, as long as your House wins.
Highlights
- Papercraft art by Ben Charman, hand-cut and photographed.
- Team play built for big, lively groups.
- No role is clearly stronger than the rest.
Conclusion
Great for large groups who love bluffing and speed. If you want quiet two-player strategy, pick something else.
Nominated for 1 award.
- π₯ 4 - 11 Players
- β±οΈ 15 - 30 Minutes
- π§ 12+ years old
- 𧩠Easy to learn
* We like Night of the Ninja so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2026
- Position 3 in The best games from Justin Gary πΊπΈπ¨
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