Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
Enjoy quick cooperative games with a maritime exploration twist? "Adventurous" is a great pick for solo or group play!
Highlights
- Engaging cooperative adventure
- Fast and strategic
- Captivating nautical theme
- Great for solo
Keep in mind
- Crucial risk management
- Can be tense
- Draw-dependent luck
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Embark on a cooperative adventure across mysterious seas in "Adventurous"! This tile-laying and card game lets you and your friends (or just you, if you prefer!) sail in search of secrets and wonders hidden in the ocean. The goal is to chart your ship's course using path cards, extending the journey and perhaps discovering treasures or incredible locations by meeting certain conditions. But beware! The sea is full of dangers and unexpected encounters. You need to balance exploration with safety, preventing danger icons from accumulating too much, or the voyage ends in shipwreck. Every decision matters: play a path card to advance, or risk a marvel for extra points? Each turn, the active player draws cards and decides how to extend the route or uncover a marvel. The game ends when no more cards can be played. Then it's time to tally the scores: points for paths, for discovered marvels, and penalties for visible dangers and missed marvels. For an extra challenge, special effects can complicate navigation, changing the dynamics as marvels are revealed. "Adventurous" is a quick game, perfect for those who enjoy strategic challenges with a touch of luck and an engaging theme of maritime exploration.
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Best player count
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2
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3
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4
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Button Shy
Designer
Dustin Dobson, Milan Zivkovic
Artist
Fachri Maulana
Community
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1,174owners
153wishlist
22want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can participate in "Adventurous"?
The game is very flexible, playable by 1 to 4 players. It's perfect for a solo adventure or a group expedition!
How long does a game take?
Get ready to set sail and return quickly! A game of "Adventurous" takes only about 15 minutes to complete.
What is the complexity level of the game?
With a BGG weight of 1.6, "Adventurous" is considered quite light. The rules are easy to grasp, but the strategy to win can be challenging.
What comes in the box? Or is it a 'Print & Play' game?
"Adventurous" is a 'Print & Play' game, meaning you can download and print the cards and components at home.
Is it a competitive or cooperative game?
It's primarily a cooperative game, where all players work together to achieve the objective. But it also has an excellent solo mode!
Who is "Adventurous" best suited for?
It's ideal for those who enjoy quick, cooperative games with an exploration theme and a touch of risk management. Great for filling free time or for those new to the hobby.
Are there any expansions or extra content for "Adventurous"?
Currently, information indicates that the base game already offers a good challenge, including optional rules to increase difficulty. Keep an eye out for potential new releases from the publisher!
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