Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island – Secret Trait Cards

Portal Games · Board game · 2015
9.3 Ludopedia 7.2 BGG 1–4 · best 3 Solo — Weight 1.3/5
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9.3 rating Ludopedia
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RECOMMENDED

If you love cranking up the tension, these cards are the perfect upgrade.

Highlights
  • Adds extra challenge
  • Seamless integration
  • Boosts replayability
Keep in mind
  • Nearly full translation needed
  • May slow game flow
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About the game

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The Secret Trait Cards expansion adds nine cards that crank up the difficulty of Robinson Crusoe: Adventures on the Cursed Island. Each card represents a hidden trait that a player must fulfill during the game, but it cannot be revealed until the card's specific conditions are met. This creates an extra layer of tension: you have to remember your secret obligations while still cooperating with the group to survive. The cards were originally a Kickstarter reward from the Dice Tower 2015 campaign, so if you already own the base game you simply shuffle the cards, hand one out to each player at random, and follow the added rules. They work alongside the regular Trait cards, meaning a player can have both a normal trait and a secret one simultaneously. No new components beyond the cards are required, although a near‑complete translation is needed for non‑English speakers. The content fits neatly into the core mechanics—cooperative play, worker placement, dice rolling, and modular board—while adding even more variability to player abilities. In short, if you enjoy a tougher challenge and don’t mind a bit of reading, these cards spice up the already intense survival experience.

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1–4 players
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2 OK
3 BEST
4 REC

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Books: Robinson Crusoe Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: Robinson Crusoe – Adventures on the Cursed Island Promotional: BGG Store Promos
Publisher Portal Games
Designer Ignacy Trzewiczek

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Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can use the Secret Trait Cards?
1 to 4 players, just like the base game.
Do I need any extra components besides the cards?
No, the expansion only includes the nine cards.
Will the expansion lengthen the playtime?
It may add roughly 10‑20 minutes due to the extra secret obligations.
Can I use Secret Trait Cards together with regular Trait Cards?
Yes, a player may have both a regular and a secret trait at the same time.
Is translation required to play?
The translation is almost complete, but a few lines remain in English; it’s best to read them beforehand.
Does this expansion work with other Robinson Crusoe expansions?
Yes, it can be combined with other expansions as long as their trait rules don’t conflict.
Is there an age restriction?
The age recommendation matches the base game, typically 12+.