BAO

$6.99

Release Date:: Oct 16, 2020
Developer:: VMS Media
Publisher:: VMS Media
Platforms:: Windows Mac Linux

Strategy PvP Cross-Platform Multiplayer Family Sharing Multi-player Single-player

About This Game

BAO (of the Swahili people)

Bao is a boardgame in the mancala family of boardgames (games with seeds and pits).

There are many simple mancala type games out there but none of those are as mesmerizing as Bao. This game focuses solely on the full unrestrained, unadulterated, and arguably most beautiful version of Bao: Bao la Kiswahili (‘Bao of the Swahili people’).

Basics of the game: your goal is to rid your opponent’s front row of seeds, or to put your opponent in a position where they are unable to make any moves (stalemate). You do so by placing, sowing, and stealing seeds.

BAO provides unparalleled diversity and complexity, not a single game is ever the same.
The online game mode provides masters and novices alike with a platform to meet their match, test their skills, challenge friends and duel other BAO adversaries.
Besides providing a comprehensive Tutorial, BAO keeps track of all of the different rules. You can’t accidentally mess up a move, making learning the game a blast.
BAO gives you the option of super human seed sowing speeds, making tirelessly long moves a thing of the past.
Don’t want to play online? BAO also provides a carefully crafted AI to test your skills before you head into the ring.
The AI knows what move to make before you can say “Bao la Kiswahili”, couple that with the fast sowing, and even the lengthier games are usually no more than 20 minutes.

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User Reviews

Mixed

3 user reviews

67%

Positive

User #293377 english

1 hrs at review

Recommended

Simple, easily usable software with a very good tutorial part. My only problem is thtat the tutorial is not reachable by parts. You have to click a lot to get a specific information.

User #541035 english

1 hrs at review

Not Recommended

The game looks good. Tutorial could be a bit more clear, but I think I can deduce the rules with more play. However, I don't understand how to play with my friend via the online game feature. So I can't recommend game in it's current state. And I can't find any help on the online feature.

System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:

OS *: Windows 8 or 10
Processor: Intel Core 2 duo
Memory: 2024 MB RAM
Graphics: ATI Mobility Radeon X1600
Storage: 560 MB available space

FAQ

How much does BAO cost?

BAO costs $6.99.

What are the system requirements for BAO?

Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 8 or 10 Processor: Intel Core 2 duo Memory: 2024 MB RAM Graphics: ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 Storage: 560 MB available space

What platforms is BAO available on?

BAO is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.

Is BAO worth buying?

BAO has 67% positive reviews from 3 players.

When was BAO released?

BAO was released on Oct 16, 2020.