At Yakada Studio, we’ve always believed that games can be more than just something you play; they can be something you create memories with.
Zaman is an Islamic history card game designed to explore the timeline of Islamic civilization — from the era of the Prophet ﷺ all the way to the modern day. Each card tells a story, highlights a contribution, and reminds us of the important role Muslims have played throughout the centuries.
For those reading this who are still discovering Zaman, you can learn more in our previous article here:
Playing Islamic History Beyond the Table
We wanted this educational Islamic board game to live where conversations happen naturally. That’s why we partnered with local cafés and cultural spaces to bring Zaman directly to people.
So far, we’ve collaborated with:
- Tala Coffee Shop
- Kahwa w Kteb
- Librosia
Each space brought its own atmosphere, its own crowd, and its own energy — and Zaman adapted beautifully every time.
What stood out the most was how approachable this Islamic civilization timeline game felt, even to people who didn’t consider themselves knowledgeable about Islamic history. Players jumped in easily, trusted their instincts, debated dates, laughed at unexpected turns, and slowly began to notice patterns across centuries.
Reactions That Meant Everything to Us
One of the most rewarding things we witnessed was how quickly players connected with the content.
Many people told us they came in just for coffee — and ended up staying longer than planned. Groups who had never played a historical or educational card game before found themselves fully engaged, comparing events, questioning assumptions, and discovering just how vast and rich Islamic civilization has been.
Without feeling overwhelmed, players were able to grasp the scale of contributions made by Muslim scholars, thinkers, and innovators across science, history, art, and many other fields — simply by playing.
Zaman doesn’t require prior knowledge to be enjoyable. As a family-friendly Islamic board game, it meets people where they are and invites them to explore time together, one card at a time.
What This Means for Yakada Studio
Seeing Zaman played in cafés, surrounded by conversation and curiosity, confirmed something important for us: cultural and educational board games belong in social spaces.
Zaman isn’t about memorizing dates or testing knowledge. It’s about interaction, intuition, and shared discovery. It’s about realizing how interconnected Islamic history really is — and how fun it can be to navigate it collectively.
This is just the beginning for Yakada Studio. Zaman opened the door, and the response we received motivates us to keep creating meaningful Islamic board games that celebrate culture, history, and storytelling in fresh, accessible ways.
If you’ve played Zaman at one of our collaborations — thank you for being part of its journey through time.
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