Strategy games don’t tend to invoke fits of laughter. Head scratching, huffing and puffing, or contemplative silence — perhaps. But laughter? Not usually. That’s why a new game called Jishaku, the Japanese word for “magnet,” is so much fun. The game features finely polished hematite magnets as playing pieces that get placed in available spaces on a foam game base. The strategy is to use the magnets’ force (their North & South poles) to repel the magnets closest to them on the base without forcing them to connect with other magnets. There are three variations of the game but the most popular (and simplest) is “I’m Out,” where the goal is to get rid of all of your magnets. As described above, when other magnets connect with yours during your turn you must take all of the magnets back with you. The first couple of turns are easier because there is plenty of space to spread the magnets out. But the fun starts once things get more crowded. You and your grandchildren will be constantly surprised when the magnets instantly snap together without warning. And then the laughter starts. It’s so much fun that you almost don’t mind losing! Although Jishaku is intended for players age 8 and up, it’s possible to play with slightly younger grandchildren depending on the child (the magnets must not go anywhere near a child’s mouth!). Older grandchildren and adults will enjoy the challenge of mastering the power of magnetic force. Jishaku is thoughtful, yet surprising and fun!
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