Pikemen

Published 1997

Pikemen is a game that uses Icehouse Pieces and a standard 8×8 board. Pieces are warriors with long spears known as "Pikes." Each turn a Pikeman may charge in the direction he is pointing (move any number of spaces in a straight line) and then reorient his pike in a different direction, including straight up for defense. When in defense, a piece can only be captured by a larger piece. When pointing, a piece may be captured by any other piece. Captured pieces are worth different points depending on their size: 1 for small, 2 for medium, 3 for large. The player who captures a number of enemy Pikemen worth a given amount first wins-- usually 12 points. Online Play Super Duper Games Re-implemented by Star Fleet Scramble

Mechanics

Point to Point Movement

Categories

Abstract Strategy

Designers

Jacob Davenport

Publishers

Looney Labs (Web published)
Pikemen

Game Info

Players
2-4 Players
Time
15 min
Weight
Medium — 2.83/5
Year
1997
BGG Rating
7.00
BGG Rank
#12245
Min Age
8+

Frequently Asked Questions

Pikemen supports 2 to 4 players.
A typical game of Pikemen takes about 15 minutes.
Pikemen has a complexity rating of 2.83/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Medium' category. It offers a good balance of depth and accessibility.
The recommended minimum age for Pikemen is 8+. Younger children may enjoy it with guidance from experienced players.
Pikemen has a rating of 7.00/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 98 ratings. It is ranked #12245 overall.
Pikemen was designed by Jacob Davenport. It was published in 1997.