Who doesn't love a pirate-themed board game, especially one that involves racing your ships around a picturesque archipelago of islands? And, when it's on sale, it becomes even more irresistible! Glory Islands, brought to you by Rio Grande Games, usually retails for $45. However, Amazon is currently offering it at the oddly-specific price of $32.17, which translates to a 28% discount. That's a great deal for any board game enthusiast looking to add a fun, family-friendly game to their collection.
Glory Islands for 28% Off
Glory Islands
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 come together seamlessly. The movement of your ship is controlled by playing numeric cards from your hand, which also come with special powers. For instance, playing a five allows you to pause and drop a second pirate. However, be cautious, as using too many high-value cards will cost you points at the end of the game. Occupying an island space grants 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-paced, enjoyable, and family-friendly board game. While it may not have the depth to keep hardcore hobbyists engaged over multiple plays, it's a fantastic pick-up 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 also a thrilling tension as you watch where other players position their sailors, as islands you thought were secured can quickly slip away.
The game comes with beautifully crafted wooden ships and sailor pieces, along with miniature barrels of rum, enhancing the immersive pirate experience and making you feel like a true pirate king.
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