Pokémon GOITA is a game where players
compete to be the first to play all 8 of their pieces.
While the rules are simple,
the game offers a surprising depth with a mixture of luck and prediction.
Although it is a 2 vs 2 game,
teammates are not allowed communicate with each other,
which gives a thrilling tension that makes players guessing.
Whether you hit or miss, it will sure be a blast!
How to Play
Pokémon GOITA
Download the Pokémon GOITA app now for a simple explanation of the rules!
*The Pokémon GOITA app is free to download and contains no in-app purchases.
*Only available for download in select countries and regions.
About the Pieces
Pokémon GOITA features 8 different types of pieces.
The number of copies and point value shown on each piece varies.
You will need to think carefully and predict which pieces other players have in their hands,
which one they're likely to play next, and which one they'll keep.
Note: "Mewtwo (King)" and "Mew (King)" are treated as the same piece in this game.
50
points
Mewtwo (King) & Mew (King)
- 2 pieces
40
points
Charizard (Rook)
- 2 pieces
Dragonite (Bishop)
- 2 pieces
30
points
Raichu (Gold)
- 4 pieces
Pikachu (Silver)
- 4 pieces
20
points
Ponyta (Knight) -
4 pieces
Rattata (Lance)
- 4 pieces
10
points
Pidgey (Pawn)
- 10 pieces
50
points
Mewtwo (King) & Mew (King)
- 2 pieces
40
points
Charizard (Rook)
- 2 pieces
Dragonite (Bishop)
- 2 pieces
30
points
Raichu (Gold)
- 4 pieces
Pikachu (Silver)
- 4 pieces
20
points
Ponyta (Knight) -
4 pieces
Rattata (Lance)
- 4 pieces
10
points
Pidgey (Pawn)
- 10 pieces
Special Rules
You can defend against an opponent's piece
if you have the same piece in your hand,
but Mewtwo and Mew are treated differently.
Defending with Mewtwo and Mew.
Mewtwo and Mew can defend against any
piece, except Rattata and Pidgey.
Attacking with Mewtwo or Mew.
To attack with Mewtwo or Mew, one of the following has to happen:
- You have both in your hand.
- One is already in play.
- You're playing one as your finishing piece.
Wise use of these
special pieces
could lead you to victory!
Product Information
- Product Name
- Pokémon GOITA
- Recommended Age
- Ages 7 and up
- Players
- 4
- Play Time
- ~20 minutes
- Publisher
- The Pokémon Company
- Contents
- 34 pieces,
1 play mat,
1 rulebook
- Retailers
- In all major organized retails, card stores,
hobby stores and video game stores
*Please check with your local store for availability.
What Is
GOITA?
GOITA is a traditional game that originated in the Ushitsu area of Noto Peninsula in Japan's Ishikawa Prefecture during the end of the Edo period. Utilizing bamboo pieces similar to those seen in Shogi, GOITA is played by four players (two teams of two players each). Players take turns playing pieces from their hands, competing to score more points for their respective teams.
With a perfect mixture of luck and strategy, GOITA is commonly regarded as a masterpiece among Japanese boardgames and gains great popularity among boardgame fans around the world.
The Noto Goita Preservation Society was founded in the purpose of preserving and promoting GOITA. As the game is now being played across Japan and worldwide, they are in cooperation with Japan Goita Association to manage and standardize the proper rules of GOITA.
*Pokémon GOITA is officially certified by the Japan Goita Association.
