Who doesn't love a pirate-themed game, especially one that involves racing your ships around an archipelago of islands? And when it's on sale, it's even more appealing! Glory Islands, brought to you by Rio Grande Games, usually retails for $45, but Amazon is currently offering it at the specific price of $32.17. That's a 28% discount, making it a great deal.
Glory Islands for 28% Off
Glory Islands
In Glory Islands, you'll be strategizing to drop off your crew onto various spaces in hopes of winning treasure and scoring points through a mix of engaging mechanics that create a well-rounded game. The movement of your ship is determined 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 earns you small bonuses, but filling an island completely can secure a significant number of points for the player with the most crew members there.
Glory Islands is a fast-paced, fun, and family-friendly board game. While it may not have the depth to keep hardcore hobbyists engaged over multiple plays, it's highly enjoyable, especially at its current sale price. Balancing the race with strategic placement of your crew to score points, while avoiding penalties for reckless sailing, can be surprisingly challenging. There's also a real thrill in watching where other players place their sailors, as islands you thought were secured can quickly shift out of your control.
The game comes with beautifully crafted wooden ships and sailor pieces, along with miniature barrels of rum, enhancing the pirate king experience.
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