Who doesn't love a pirate game, especially one that involves racing your ships around an archipelago of islands? And, even better, a pirate game that's currently on sale? Glory Islands, brought to you by Rio Grande Games, typically retails for $45, but you can snag it on Amazon right now for the oddly-specific price of $32.17. That's a 28% discount, which is quite a steal!
Glory Islands for 28% Off
Glory Islands
$32.17 at Amazon
In Glory Islands, you'll be strategizing to drop off your scurvy crew onto various spaces, aiming to win treasure and score points through a delightful mix of mechanics that combine into a shipshape whole. The movement of your ship is controlled by playing numeric cards from your hand, which also boast special powers. For instance, playing a five allows you to pause and drop a second pirate. However, be cautious; using too many high-value cards can cost you points at the end of the game. Occupying an island space can earn you small bonuses, but once an island is full, the player with the most crew members there scores a significant number of points.
Glory Islands is a fast, fun, and family-friendly board game. While it may not have the depth to sustain repeated plays or appeal to hardcore hobbyists, it's incredibly enjoyable, especially at this sale price. Striking the right balance between excelling in the race and strategically placing your crew to score points, all while avoiding penalties for reckless sailing, can be surprisingly challenging. There's genuine tension as you watch other players position their sailors, as islands you thought were secured can quickly slip away.
The game also features charming wooden ships and sailor pieces, along with miniature barrels of rum, making you feel like a miniature pirate king.
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