Who doesn't love a pirate-themed game, especially one that involves racing your ships around an archipelago of islands? And, to make it even better, what if that pirate game is currently on sale? Glory Islands, brought to you by Rio Grande Games, usually retails for $45, but right now, Amazon is offering it at the oddly-specific price of $32.17. That's a 28% discount, making it a fantastic deal.

Glory Islands for 28% Off

Glory Islands

$32.17 at Amazon

In Glory Islands, you'll be navigating your scurvy crew across the game board, aiming to secure treasure and score points through a delightful mix of mechanics that blend seamlessly into a cohesive whole. Ship movement is controlled by playing numeric cards from your hand, each with 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 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 highly enjoyable, especially at its current sale price. Striking the right balance between excelling in the race, hitting the spaces you need to score with your crew, and avoiding penalties for reckless sailing is a challenging yet rewarding experience. The tension of watching where other players position their sailors adds a thrilling dynamic, as islands you thought were secure can quickly slip away.

The game also features charming wooden ships and sailor pieces, along with miniature barrels of rum that enhance the pirate king experience.

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