CMON Rising Sun (RSU001) Strategy Board Game

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CMON Rising Sun (RSU001) Strategy Board Game

CMON Rising Sun (RSU001) is a strategy board game about rival clans in a fantastical version of feudal Japan. Its bluffing-focused battles, diplomacy and alliances suit groups looking for a substantial game night, with a listed 3 to 5 players and a 90 to 120 minute playing time.

At a glance

The setting combines feudal Japan with fantasy artwork and clan conflict.
The listed battle system emphasizes bluffing and reading opponents.
Gameplay includes diplomacy and forming or breaking alliances.
The package listing specifies an extensive set of clan pieces, tokens, cards and miniatures.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

The bluffing and alliance elements give players strategic choices beyond combat.
A 3-to-5-player range works for groups that can assemble at least three players.
The listed contents include a main board, clan screens, figures, tokens, cards and a rulebook.

Cons

The game requires at least three players, limiting its use for smaller groups.
The listed playtime of 90 minutes may not suit buyers seeking a short game.

Technical specifications

22 specifications

Identity
Brand	CMON
Model	RSU001
Edition	Standard Edition
Genre	Wargame
Language	English
Theme	Fantasy
Subject	Feudal Japan

Gameplay
Players	3 to 5
Playing time	90 minutes
Recommended age	14 years and up
Operation mode	Manual
Usage	Indoor
Batteries	Not required

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	12.72 x 12.72 x 4.72 inches
Weight listed	3.06 kg
Listed size	740 cubic inches

Construction and package details
Material type	Plastic
Color	Various
Package type	Standard Packaging
Number of packs	1
Rulebook	Printed Included
Warranty description	No Warranty

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listed playtime is inconsistent: one detail gives 90 minutes, while feature text specifies 90 to 120 minutes. The age fields also conflict, with one listing 168 months to 9600 months and another recommending 14 years and up. Treat 14 years and up and 90 to 120 minutes as the clearer claims, not independently confirmed specifications.

What’s in the box

Included

1 Main Board (Map of Japan)
7 God Tiles
30 Coins
Screen
10 Colored Clan Tokens
5 Clan Alliance Tokens
30 Bushi (Samurai) Figures (6 Per Clan)
15 Shinto (Monk) Figures (3 Per Clan)
5 Daimyo (Warlord) Figures (1 Per Clan)
8 Monster Figures
20 Strongholds Tokens (4 Per Clan)
10 Ships Tokens (2 Per Clan)
9 Political Mandate Cards
24 War Tokens
8 Numbered War Tokens
5 Two-Sided Reference Tiles
1 Rulebook

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Groups of three to five who want a strategy game built around combat, bluffing and diplomacy.
Players drawn to fantasy interpretations of feudal Japan and games with miniatures.
Game-night groups comfortable setting aside roughly 90 minutes or more.

Less suited to

Two-player groups or solo players, since the listed player range starts at three.
Buyers looking specifically for a quick game or a short, casual rules-light session.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 376 ratings

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Customer feedback highlights enjoyment of the gameplay, miniatures and design, with some comments appreciating strategic depth and value. Customers also report that the game is more fun with a full group, which aligns with its listed three-to-five-player range. Opinions on ease of learning are mixed, so buyers should not assume the bluffing and diplomacy are immediately straightforward. The aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, but do not establish why every customer rated the game as they did.

Positive themes

Customers praise the gameplay, miniatures and visual design.
Some feedback points to strategic depth and perceived value.

Mixed feedback

Ease of learning receives mixed feedback.
Some customers say the game is more fun with a full set of players.

Frequently asked questions

How many people can play Rising Sun?

The listing specifies 3 to 5 players, so it is not presented as a two-player or solo game.

How long does a game take?

One detail lists 90 minutes, while feature text gives 90 to 120 minutes. The listing is inconsistent, so plan for a longer session rather than relying on a single exact duration.

What kind of strategy does it use?

The listing describes clan conflict, bluffing during battles, diplomacy and alliances that can be formed or broken.

What does the package list include?

It lists a Japan map main board, clan screens and tokens, figures, cards, war tokens, reference tiles and a rulebook. See the package contents below for the listed quantities.