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rating
Ludopedia
5.9
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BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
If you enjoy games with a pirate theme, navigation, and a touch of dice-rolling luck, Pirates' Gold can be a quick and nostalgic fun!
Highlights
- Creative 3D navigation
- Engaging pirate theme
- Quick and easy to learn
- Fun magnetic components
Keep in mind
- Luck-dependent gameplay
- Simplicity might bore
- Limited player interaction
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Get ready for a high-seas pirate adventure with Pirates' Gold! In this 3D game, you command your magnetic pirate ship in search of sunken treasures. The mechanics are straightforward: roll the dice to move your ship across the transparent board and try to hook treasure chests with the magnet on your vessel. But beware! The ocean is full of treacherous reefs. If your ship crosses one, you might continue sailing, but the treasure you were carrying could be lost to the depths. The main challenge is navigating this underwater maze, grabbing the gold, and bringing it back to your port without losing it to the sea's dangers. Each recovered chest, when opened at your safe harbor, reveals a secret coin value from 0 to 4. The first pirate to accumulate 10 treasure points wins, or whoever has the most riches once all chests are retrieved. Movement is orthogonal for both ships and the fearsome Sea Monster. You can only carry one chest at a time and cannot sail through other ships or the monster. If the monster crosses your path, your ship sinks, losing its treasure and returning to port. The movement die features numbers 1, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, but rolling a 1 or 4 gives you a chance to roll the Doom Die, which can bring treasure theft, storms that throw you far off course, or move the monster. It's a race against time and other pirates to become the greatest treasure hunter!
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Best player count
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2
REC
3
BEST
4
REC
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Golden, Mattel, Inc., Western Publishing Company
Designer
Nik Sewell
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can participate?
Pirates' Gold is designed for 2 to 4 players.
What is the average playtime?
Games are quite fast, typically lasting around 20 minutes.
Is the game very complicated to learn?
No, the rules are very simple and straightforward, making it accessible even for children.
What are the main components of the game?
The game features a 3D board, pirate ships with magnets, treasure chests, a movement die, and a doom die (with symbols).
What is the objective of the game?
The goal is to collect submerged treasures and bring them to your port, being the first to reach 10 points or having the most points at the end.
Is there player interaction?
Yes, there is interaction through the Doom Die, which can allow you to steal treasures from other players, and the Sea Monster can hinder everyone.
Is it a good game for children?
Absolutely! The theme, simple rules, and magnetic components make it a great option for family play.
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