Tortuga (2003)

About this game

The Caribbean Sea is the scene where Pirates board European Colonialist Galleons in order to plunder treasure. In Tortuga every player plays the part of the leader of a Pirate’s clan. He tries to board in the best way for himself while simultaneously preventing his opponents from successfully boarding. To do this he will have to choose which ship to board, the best weather conditions and the best strategy to use during combat. Beating great and powerful ships and gaining the most precious treasures, the player earn honor points which will let him win the contest. Components: 64 cards, rules booklet Language: English, Français, Deutsch, Italiano

Does it fit your group?

• Group size. Strictly 2 players — no more, no fewer.
• Rules load. At 1.3/5 this is a light game — explain it in a few minutes, good for a table that has not played much.
• Age. The publisher suggests 12 and up. That rates the rules rather than the artwork, so judge the box yourself for younger players.