8.5
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Ludopedia
7.8
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BGG
Our Verdict
Fans of light strategy cruises will love this game!
Highlights
- Passenger management
- Embarkation strategy
- Fast-paced
- Colorful components
Keep in mind
- Limited space
- Advance planning
- Intense competition
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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Come Sail Away! is a board game that puts you in command of a luxurious ocean liner, where your mission is to board passengers and escort them to their favorite cabins. Each round, players receive embarkation cards through a closed drafting process, meaning no one sees others' options before choosing. The Mancala mechanic kicks in when you move luggage into cabins, earning points and advancing along the luggage track to unlock new cabins and more passengers. The modular board allows the layout of spaces to vary each game, keeping the challenge fresh. Additionally, simultaneous action selection ensures all players make moves at the same time, creating tension and surprise. The ultimate goal is to achieve the highest score possible by filling all rooms, but earning bonus points for completing certain areas faster than rivals is also crucial. If you enjoy games that blend logistical strategy with a fast pace and a splash of nautical humor, Come Sail Away! will have you navigating between challenges and triumphs. With colorful components and a cruise ship theme that evokes the golden age of luxury liners, the game delivers a light yet deep experience, perfect for quick sessions or for introducing newcomers to the world of boarding games.
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Mechanics
Categories
Families
Publisher
Saashi & Saashi, Belleville (Бельвіль), Maldito Games
Designer
Daryl Chow, Saashi
Artist
Takako Takarai
How many players can play?
1 to 4 players.
What is the typical playtime?
Between 25 and 30 minutes.
What is the complexity level?
Medium; easy to learn but with strategic decisions.
What are the main components?
A modular board, 4 plastic ship pieces, 32 embarkation cards, 4 luggage tokens, cabin pieces, and a score board.
Who is the target audience?
Families, groups of friends, and fans of fast-paced logistics games.
How does the closed drafting work?
Each player receives a limited set of cards and selects simultaneously, without seeing others' choices.