Robinson Crusoe: Adventures of the Cursed Island
$49.00
Robinson Crusoe at a Glance
| Game Type Thematic, Action Queue, Cooperative, Dice Rolling, Hexagon Grid, Adventure, Fighting, Novel-Based, Solitaire, Worker Placement | Play Time 60 - 120 mins | Skill/Complexity (4 - 5) Medium - Heavy |
| Age 14+ | Publisher(s) Portal Games and others | Published 2012 |
| Categories Strategy | Players 1 - 4 | Cost $49.99 approx |
| Our Rating 9/10 |
About – Description
Learn to survive on a desert island with this fantastic game from the creator of Stronghold. Let the adventure unfold by choosing the way you want the game to unfold.
Build your own makeshift shelter, make weapons and collect useful items so you can learn to adapt in increasingly difficult scenarios. Discover hidden treasures and secrets as you explore the strange and unknown terrain of this crazy cursed island!
Published in 2012, Robinson Crusoe: Adventures of the Cursed Island has won numerous titles including the Swiss Gamers Award and the Golden Geek Best Thematic Board Game in 2013.
Best Suited for 1 – 4 Players whom Enjoy Challenge
Due to the complexities of this game, it is designed to be played by gamers aged 14 and over. Many solo players enjoy the challenge of Robinson Crusoe!
This cooperative adventure game is designed for 1-4 players, with a play time of between 1-2 hours.
Skill/Complexity
Robinson Crusoe attracts a medium to hard skill rating, meaning it can be complicated and quite involved. This also means that a good working knowledge of strategy type board games is an advantage in order to get into the game more quickly.
A lot of mechanisms are at play in Robinson Crusoe and all are aimed to beat us the players/player.
Gameplay – How it Plays!
Although getting set up with the Robinson Crusoe and digesting the rules ain’t no straight forward matter it does become well worth it further along within the game – as it all unfolds. So many Components!
This is a very complex game and as such offers a great level of depth and challenge for either solo players or teams. Work together as a team to survive the many obstacles and twists in the game, designed to test even the bravest of survivors.
You start the game having just arrived on the island, and must gather items and resources in order to survive. Throughout your adventure expect to encounter wild animals and severe weather, both of which can seriously hamper your best laid plans.
Likes & Dislikes
- Theme rich with gameplay that matches.
- It’s deep which is good right?
- Obstacle after obstacle to overcome.
- Bad ass solitaire.
- Replay Value is very good.
- Alpha gamers seem to be able to hog the game.
- Set up and rules are hard work to get going in the game.
Due to the very complex nature of the game, reviewers recommend only experienced gamers should attempt the challenge. That said, in solo mode the game has been widely recognized as a highly immersive experience with lots to explore, and being on your own can mean you only have yourself to worry about!
Don’t expect your well planned game to go as you had hoped, but you can always start again and adapt your strategy, with endless combinations.
What you can expect is for this game to drive you nuts!
Expansions – Editions
Robinson Crusoe has over 30 expansions available, with the first released shortly after the game was published. Some of the most recent expansions include:
- Robinson Crusoe: Treasure Chest (2020)
- Robinson Crusoe: The Book of Adventures (2020)
Final Thoughts
Overall, Robinson Crusoe feels like a very challenging game, with lots to explore and discover, but often at the expense of team members or yourself. Stick with it and you will be rewarded with a rich and immersive experience that many players have fallen in love with over the years.
Give it a try and let us know what you think…if you survive!
