Who doesn't love a good pirate-themed game, especially when it involves racing ships around an archipelago of islands? And when that game is on sale, it's even better! Glory Islands, brought to you by Rio Grande Games, normally retails for $45, but you can snag it now on Amazon for the delightfully specific price of $32.17. That's a solid 28% off, which makes it an irresistible deal.

Glory Islands for 28% Off

Glory Islands

$32.17 at Amazon

In Glory Islands, you'll be strategically dropping off your crew onto different spaces across the islands, aiming to win treasure and score points through a delightful mix of mechanics that all come together seamlessly. The game's ship movement is cleverly controlled by playing numeric cards from your hand, each with unique special powers. For instance, playing a five card lets you pause and drop a second pirate. But beware—using too many high-value cards at the end of the game could cost you precious points. Occupying an island space grants you small bonuses, but once an island is fully occupied, the player with the most crew members there scores a substantial amount of points.

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 this sale price. Balancing the race with strategic placement of your crew to score points, while avoiding penalties for reckless sailing, is more challenging than it seems. There's a real thrill in watching where other players position their sailors, as the control of islands can shift unexpectedly.

The game comes complete with charming wooden ships and sailor pieces, along with miniature barrels of rum, making you feel like a true pirate king.

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