Liubo c. 400 BC
What it is
An ancient Chinese two-player game in which six pieces per side moved around a square board, with moves determined by casting six throwing sticks.
Why it matters
Popular in China during the Han dynasty (boards from the 4th century BC), it was a major ancestor of Chinese board gaming before being completely forgotten by the Yuan dynasty.
Mechanics
How to play Liubo
Liubo is a game that plays with 2 players. It's an Ancient and Racing game where the core of play revolves around Roll / Move. An ancient Chinese two-player game in which six pieces per side moved around a square board, with moves determined by casting six throwing sticks. Popular in China during the Han dynasty (boards from the 4th century BC), it was a major ancestor of Chinese board gaming before being completely forgotten by the Yuan dynasty.
This is an overview of what to expect at the table — not the rulebook. We link to official rules and tutorials rather than reproducing them.
What players ask about Liubo
How many players is Liubo?
Liubo plays with 2 players.
Is Liubo a 2-player game?
Yes — Liubo is a dedicated 2-player game.
How long does Liubo take to play?
A typical playtime for Liubo isn't recorded in our data.
What kind of game is Liubo?
Liubo is an Ancient, Racing game, built on Roll / Move.
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