A strategy board game built around a Sudoku-like battlefield.Lead your Daimyo through alliances, traps,
and tactical mistakes on your path to Shogun.
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Sengoku - Clash of the Daimyo
Sengoku Jidai, the Warring States period of JapanA brutal age. A strategic game.Clash of the Daimyo
turns Japan’s Warring States period
into a tense strategy game of shifting alliances,
ambition, betrayal, and war.Do not attack blindly.
Read the board.
Time your moves.
Punish exposed mistakes.
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“It feels like Tigris & Euphrates meets Inis with a Sudoku brain. Strategic, tense, and beautifully ruthless.”
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“I'd definitely recommend Sengoku.
A lovely mid-weight game that reminded me of Sudoku Hahah!”
The Game
Sengoku - Clash of the Daimyo
is a medium-weight strategy board game for 2-4 players, with an expanded version planned for up to 6.Lead rival daimyos, build influence,
and forge unstable alliances.Use asymmetric decks
to claim the title of Shogun.
Easy to learn.
Hard to read.
Cruel when you stop paying attention.
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“The Japanese theme is very well represented.”
Why it feels different
Conquest is not always the answer.
Influence, timing, and alliances
can be stronger than direct attack.No player is ever completely safe.Mistakes can be spotted,
punished,
and turned against you.No waiting around.Every move can open a chance,
create a threat,
or change the balance of power.
Interested in trying Sengoku online?Join the updates list for future
Tabletop Simulator playtest sessions.
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This game tricks you! I thought it was easy…
and then I understood it was deeper!
On the table
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A physical prototype is already on the table,
tested and refined through repeated play sessions.
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Number cards, retainers, and daimyo cards.
Player board, discard deck, and gained Koku.
Protection tokens, castles, and the Shogun token.
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"Lead territories, command armies, and forge alliances
to gain influence and acquire resources and prosperity.The path to Shogun, your triumph shall be."
Every turn can shift the balance
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Build your chain of command,
protect key positions,
and reveal hidden cards at the right moment.Rebellions can break control.
Traps can punish careless moves.
Alliances can protect you.Even the Emperor
can change the rhythm of the game.
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“My favourite part? Catching mistakes.
Solving errors is brilliant.”
About Intensive Games
Intensive Games is an independent board game design team
based in London, UK.Sengoku - Clash of the Daimyo began around the family gaming table,
from a shared love of strategy,
Japanese history,
and games that reveal their depth over time.The game is now being refined through repeated sessions, feedback,
and preparation for its road to crowdfunding.
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How to Play
Sengoku - Clash of the Daimyo is played over a tense struggle
for influence, control, and the title of Shogun.
Each player leads a Daimyo clan, expands their chain of command, and uses cards, timing, and alliances to shape the battlefield.
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Build your chain
Only cards connected to your Daimyo can score.
Control the board
Use Prefecture cards to claim zones and disputed spaces.
Use Retainers
Play allies, attacks, traps, and tactical effects.
Watch for Rebellions
Matching numbers in the same zone can break control.
Build your Capital
Gain Koku, protect key cards, and build Markets, Castles, and finally your Capital.
Face the Imperial Summons
After a Capital is built, one final round decides the winner.
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Read the Rulebook
View the A4 print-friendly rulebook.
Play onlineA Tabletop Simulator prototype is now available for guided online playtests.Rules are not automated, so players should use the in-game Notebook and the latest rulebook from this site.▣ Open Tabletop Simulator mod ▣
Sengoku - Latest news!
Bulletin - June 2026Dark Sphere Playtest Challenge
Sengoku is ready for a wider table test.Player seats are limited.
Join the playtest, read the rulebook, and reserve your seat through Eventbrite.Sunday 28 June 2026
Arrival 11:45 | Playtest 12:00-17:00
Dark Sphere Shepherd's Bush - London W12 8PP▣ Open Event Page ▣
May 2026Sengoku - Clash of the Daimyo
was playtested at UKGE 2026.The latest playtest was one of the strongest sessions so far.
The rules felt smooth, solid, and close to their final form,
with strong feedback on theme, interaction, game length, and historical flavour.Join the mailing list for rulebook updates, future events, online playtest opportunities, and crowdfunding news.Saturday 30 May 2026
Playtest Zone - Hall 2, Stand 108 (2-108)▣ View photos from UKGE 2026 ▣
Publisher Info
Sengoku - Clash of the Daimyo is a medium-weight strategy game for
players who enjoy tactical depth, strong interaction, and historical themes.
The game is currently in prototype refinement, with updated rules,
playtest feedback, and production planning in progress.
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Players 2-4 players
Play time 45-90 minutes
Age 12+
Status Playable prototype in active refinement
Core experience Card placement, territorial control, asymmetric retainers, rebellions, traps, and a race to build the Capital.
The current version is designed as a 2-4 player base game.
Future development will include the Expanded campaign 6-player version
and the Special Edition with upgraded components.
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For publishing, manufacturing, or collaboration enquiries, please get in touch.
# Publisher, manufacturer, or reviewer?Download the sell sheet,
read the rulebook,
or contact Intensive Games.
Sengoku - Latest news!
Sengoku: Clash of the Daimyō is now listed on BoardGameGeek, where public files, prototype images, and development updates will be collected as the game moves toward publication.
Watch the game in action
Prototype overview
Earlier prototype in action
How Sengoku was created, tools and design.
# Publisher, manufacturer, or reviewer?Download the sell sheet,
read the rulebook,
or contact Intensive Games.
Why it feels different
Conquest is not always the answer.
Influence, timing, and alliances
can be stronger than direct attack.No player is ever completely safe.Mistakes can be spotted,
punished,
and turned against you.No waiting around.Every move can open a chance,
create a threat,
or change the balance of power.
Interested in trying Sengoku online?Join the updates list for future
Tabletop Simulator playtest sessions.
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More videos are available on the YouTube channel.
Contact Intensive Games
For questions about Sengoku, playtest feedback,
publisher enquiries, manufacturing discussions,
or collaboration, get in touch.
Your interest matters, and so does your privacy.
We’ll only use your details to reply to you or send the updates you asked for.
Sengoku is now on BoardGameGeek.If you played Sengoku at an event, followed its development, or want to keep an eye on the game, you can visit the BGG page, add it to your wishlist or want-to-play list, follow future updates, or leave a question.View Sengoku on BoardGameGeek
Events & Playtests
Sengoku - Clash of the Daimyo is being tested through public events, private sessions, and online playtests.This page collects photos, notes, and milestones from the road to crowdfunding.
Played Sengoku or following development?
You can now find the game on BoardGameGeek.View Sengoku on BoardGameGeek
UKGE 2026 - Playtest Zone
Birmingham, 30 May 2026
Version V26 feels very close to the final shape of Sengoku.Three 4-player games were played at UKGE 2026,
each under one hour including explanation, setup,
gameplay, and feedback.The new V26 rules, including Traps, revised actions,
and Koku, worked smoothly and made the game feel
faster, clearer, and more complete.
Sengoku is now on BoardGameGeek.If you played Sengoku at an event, followed its development, or want to keep an eye on the game, you can visit the BGG page, add it to your wishlist or want-to-play list, follow future updates, or leave a question.View Sengoku on BoardGameGeek
SPIEL Essen 2025 - Publisher Meetings, Messe Essen, 23-26 October 2025
Essen is special, and you can encounter extraordinary people, too! No playtesting or public showcase, just meetings with producers and manufacturers, to move the project forward. Version showcased V22
Playfest London 2025 - Balham, Playtesting Session, 28 September 2025
Another fantastic day at the mythical pub in Balham. Playtest sessions with just enough material to show the board cleanly and keep the archive moving without overloading it.
Finally, the face-down cards made their debut on version on version V22...
And I won a signed game from Scott at the raffle!
UKGE 2025 - Playtest Zone, NEC Birmingham, 30 May-1 June 2025
By UKGE 2025, the game was no longer a curiosity. This set shows the continuing public push, with the expo itself becoming part of the story. Version tested v21 (added the Siege Towers to increase attack chances).
The game needs a new idea to improve it... Thanks to Peter, who inspired me for the face-down cards!
Playfest / ZatuCon
The Bedford 2024, Balham, 29 September 2024
My first time in the astonishing old pub of Balham, thanks to Minerva and Zatu for this opportunity. The game session with the game already settled into a better public rhythm. Version V19 advanced. This is the last time we see the Timeline board.
UKGE 2024
Playtest Zone, NEC Birmingham, 31 May-2 June 2024
UKGE 2024 is the point where the archive feels fully public: expo context, playable table shots, and a version that had clearly moved on from the earlier drafts. Version tested V19 + a funny experiment with Shogun characters replacement.
AireCon 2024
Playtesting Area, Harrogate Convention Centre, 14-17 March 2024
AireCon is one of my favourite events, nice location and more relaxed.
Gave the game a proper convention setting, with hall traffic, a public table,
and enough room for the prototype to be seen clearly.
I tested my 2 games, Sengoku V18 and Not on My Island!
Playtest London 2023
Queen Mary University of London, 9 September 2023
A London campus playtest with real tables, real players, and a prototype that was already ready to be tested outside the studio. Tested V17. Interesting talks especially for the Game Simulators. Still visible the new Visit the Emperor special board.
UKGE 2023 - Playtest Zone
Birmingham, 2-4 June 2023
First public expo showing for Sengoku. The red-table setup, hall atmosphere, and early board state give a clean snapshot of the game at the start of its public life with V14.
Play Sengoku at Dark Sphere
Dark Sphere in Shepherd's Bush
Unit 8 W12 Shopping Centre, London W12 8PP
Arrival from 11:45 | Playtest 12:00-17:00
Sengoku - Clash of the Daimyo is a new tactical strategy game of alliances, traps, card-driven conflict, and battlefield control.
What happens at the event?Sengoku is now ready for a wider table test.
You will learn the current prototype, play a full 4-player game, and see how the system holds up with new players.The main goal is to have a great game.
After that, feedback is the most valuable part of the session:
your comments, questions, and suggestions will help shape the next version.If enough players attend, the strongest players may be invited to a final challenge table.
Join the Dark Sphere playtest list
for booking info and event updates.
Player seats are limited!
After joining, check your email and
reserve your player seat on Eventbrite.
Read the rulebook before attendingThe event will be easier and more enjoyable if you know the basic flow before you arrive.
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If you cannot get a seat, don’t worry.
Come along to watch if there is space and share feedback.More events like this will follow.
Keep an eye on the website and stay in touch.See you at the table soon.