MetiKoro is a strategic board game I designed from the ground up, specifically with 3D printing in mind. Whether you’re a fan of tabletop strategy or a maker eager for your next print project, MetiKoro offers an engaging challenge. You can find the current rules here and download all the necessary 3D model files for printing here.
Rationale
As a long-time Go enthusiast, I’ve always been fascinated by its elegant complexity—simple rules combined with near-infinite strategic possibilities. Each game unfolds uniquely, offering endless depth. However, Go’s steep learning curve can be intimidating, which makes it less accessible to many potential players.
This inspired me to create MetiKoro: a game that captures some of Go’s strategic richness while remaining approachable. MetiKoro is easy to learn, and most games conclude in around 100 to 200 turns, making it fast-paced and beginner-friendly.
Elements of the Game
MetiKoro is entirely skill-based, with no random elements—every piece on the board, every action platform, and the resource pool are fully visible to all players. This means that success depends entirely on strategic thinking, planning, and adaptability.
Players can choose from several actions on their turn: placing, replacing, or rotating stones on the board, or performing extra draws. Since each action can involve one or two stones, even a single move offers a wealth of possibilities.
However, there’s a critical limitation: the action board only holds six stones at a time. This restriction forces players to plan their moves carefully, as running out of stones on the action board significantly limits available options.
The objective is simple yet challenging—players must guide three orbs from the central source to their respective homes by constructing paths across the board. These paths quickly grow intricate, leading to opportunities for clever, unexpected moves that opponents may not see coming. Blocking paths becomes crucial as the game progresses.
Lastly, the Ko-rule prevents players from undoing or nullifying an opponent’s previous action, ensuring the game keeps moving forward without stalling. This rule maintains a dynamic pace and keeps players on their toes.
The Current State of the Game
MetiKoro is fully playable and already delivers varied, thought-provoking gameplay. However, I’m continuously working on improvements. Currently, I’m running simulations of the game to gather more data and refine the mechanics further. Minor changes, such as adjusting the initial setup or replacing certain stones, may still be necessary as testing continues.
If you enjoy strategic board games and have access to a 3D printer, why not give MetiKoro a shot? You can download all the printable parts and start playing today! Just keep in mind that since the game is still evolving, future updates might require reprinting a few components.
I’d love to hear your thoughts! Whether it’s feedback on the rules, clever strategies you’ve discovered, or suggestions for improvement, feel free to share your experience. Together, we can make MetiKoro even better!