Our Take
Blokus is an abstract strategy game for two to four players in which everyone tries to place as many of their coloured tetromino-style pieces on a shared board as possible. Aimed at ages five and up, it strikes a balance between accessibility and tactical depth, sitting comfortably between a casual family game and a genuinely competitive puzzle challenge.
Key Features
Square grid board with 400 individual squares (20×20)
Four sets of 21 pieces each in red, blue, green, and yellow
Pieces range from a single square up to five-square polyominoes
Each player must place pieces touching only their own colour's corners, never edges
Supports two, three, or four players with rule adjustments for smaller groups
Recommended age range of five and above on the box
Our Verdict
Blokus is a strong buy for families wanting a quick, genuinely tactical game that works across generations without a lengthy rulebook. It earns a place in most households. Those seeking thematic depth, or who frequently play in pairs only, may find it limiting and should consider alternatives.