Corsari

Dal Negro, FoxMind, Piatnik · Board game · 2003

— Ludopedia 6.4 BGG 2–4 · best 4 30 min Weight 1.5/5

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6.4 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 8.45

Our Verdict

RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy quick card games with a fun pirate theme and simple mechanics, Corsari is a great pick! It's easy to learn and perfect for casual sessions.

Highlights

Fast and fun
Charming pirate theme
Easy to learn
Great for beginners

Keep in mind

Luck-dependent draws
Simplicity might bore
Little strategic depth

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to set sail in Corsari, a card game where you and your fellow pirates compete to assemble the most valuable crew! The goal is straightforward: rack up points by forming the best hand possible. To achieve this, you'll strategically draw and discard cards, aiming to create color sequences or match values with the face-up card. Keep those low-value cards handy, as they might be your allies in the race to have the fewest penalty points.

Each turn presents a choice: improve your hand, risk declaring victory, or wait for the tide to turn? If you declare you have the best hand, other pirates can try to outdo your play, adding an extra layer of tension and interaction. The first captain to reach 4 points takes the treasure and the glory! With 110 cards divided into 10 suits numbered 1 to 11, the deck offers enough variety to keep the games engaging. The 'I Go!' version is more abstract, but in 'Corsari,' the pirate theme adds a special charm to the point-scoring chase. It's a quick game with easy-to-grasp rules, ideal for those who enjoy light, strategic competition without complexity. Perfect for filling that spare time with fun and a bit of pirate daring!

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Best player count

BGG community vote

2–4 players

2 REC

3 REC

4 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Dal Negro, FoxMind, Piatnik, Rio Grande Games

Designer Leo Colovini

Artist Fabio Visintin, Jean Gagnier, Karl Malepart, Marie-Ève Lupien

Community

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137wishlist

43want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions

How many players can participate in a game of Corsari?

Corsari is designed for 2 to 4 players, so it's great for family game night or a small group of friends.

How long does a game typically last?

Games are quite fast, usually lasting around 30 minutes. Perfect for when you don't have a lot of time.

Is the game difficult to learn?

Not at all! The rules are pretty straightforward. You draw, discard, and try to form sequences or sets. Very direct.

What is the main objective of the game?

The goal is to be the first to reach 4 points by forming the best possible hand each round, minimizing penalty points.

Is the pirate theme important to the gameplay?

The Corsari version features a pirate theme, which adds charm, but the core mechanics of hand management and set collection work well even without it (as seen in the I Go! version).

Is it more of a luck-based or strategy-based game?

It's a bit of both! Luck in the cards you draw plays a role, but knowing when to discard, when to declare, and how to use your hand adds a strategic layer.