Sail

Allplay, BoardM Factory, CMON Global Limited · Board game · 2023
2 · best 2 20 min Weight 2.2/5
8.1 rating Ludopedia
7.3 rating BGG
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8.1 rating Ludopedia
7.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict

If you enjoy an intense two-player cooperative challenge and love trick-taking games with a twist of tension, Sail is your next adventure. The limited communication is the spice that makes all the difference!

Highlights
  • Intense cooperative play
  • Strategic hand management
  • Immersive pirate theme
  • Challenging limited communication
  • Great replayability
Keep in mind
  • Two-player only
  • Can be frustrating for some
  • Requires non-verbal coordination
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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About the game
Get ready to hoist the sails and face the dangers of the ocean in Sail, a cooperative trick-taking game perfectly designed for two players! Here, the mission is clear: navigate your ship through treacherous waters and reach the final destination before the fearsome Kraken causes irreparable damage to your vessel. If things don't go well, your crew will end up feeding the fish!

Each round begins with a strategic card exchange between the pirates, followed by a series of tricks. The big twist is that the winner of each trick, combined with each character's unique abilities, will trigger different actions in the game. But don't think it will be easy: the deafening roar of the Kraken and the crashing waves make communication between you practically impossible. From the moment cards are dealt until the end of the action phase, forget about discussing tactics or what each of you holds. You'll have to rely on intuition and reading each other's plays.

The objective is simple yet challenging: guide your ship to the last token on the map. Victory is shared, but so is defeat. If the Kraken reaches its 'Death' mark or its deck runs out, it's game over for the pirate duo. Sail is an intense experience of cooperation and hand management, where every decision matters and the lack of communication raises tension to sky-high levels. Are you ready for this nautical adventure?
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Game details

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Components: Meeples Components: Meeples (Monster) Creatures: Kraken Digital Implementations: Board Game Arena Players: Two-Player Only Games Series: Small Box Big Game (Allplay) Series: Tricky Card Games (Allplay) Theme: Pirates
Publisher Allplay, BoardM Factory, CMON Global Limited, Crowd, Devir, Reflexshop, Schwerkraft-Verlag
Designer Akiyama Koryo, Kozu Yusei
Artist Weberson Santiago
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players can play Sail?
Sail is exclusively a two-player game, perfect for duos looking for a cooperative and strategic challenge.
What is the average playtime for a game of Sail?
A game of Sail typically takes between 20 and 20 minutes, making it ideal for quick and engaging sessions.
What is the complexity level of Sail?
With a BGG weight of 2.2143/5, Sail is considered a medium-complexity game. The rules are accessible, but the strategy of limited communication and hand management offers depth.
Is the game language dependent?
No, Sail has little to no language dependency, meaning the cards and components are largely iconographic and easy to understand regardless of language.
What are the main components of the game?
The game includes playing cards, modular board pieces to create the ship's path, and meeples representing the ship and the Kraken, along with other game tokens.
Who is Sail recommended for?
Sail is highly recommended for duos who enjoy cooperative games, appreciate trick-taking mechanics, and don't mind the added challenge of limited communication. Fans of pirate themes and strategic card games will love it.