Strategic game of programmed moves
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Publisher's Description:Contigo, the absorbing new pastime, is a skillful blend of the strategy of Chess, the fascination of ancient pit-and-pebble games and the new dimension of programmed moves. Actually two games in one, Contingo offers a thought-provoking alignment game for two or a swift game of capture for four, teens through adults. Easy-to-learn rules allow players to develop their own winning strategies. |
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Trev says:This is one of a classic set of 'bookshelf' games from 3M in the 70's. It's a kind of cross between Connect-four and Mancala. To be honest, I picked it up because of the attractive pieces (which are somewhat nicer than they seem in the picture), figuring that even if I don't like the game, I can use the pieces in other games. It's a very abstract game and doesn't particularly appeal to me or Sally and is not the kind of thing they go for at the games club. I'm sure it is a lot more appealing if you are the type who likes to play the kind of games where you think a number of moves ahead. I reckon the box's claim to chess-like strategy is a bit much, though, as your opponent has too much control of the stones you need to control your moves. To buy: |
