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Cape Horn (1999)

3–5 players · 45 min · age 12+ · ★ 6.0 on BGG

Players
3–5
Play time
45 min
Age
12+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
6.0/10

Best for 3–5 players aged 12+ who like nautical games — medium-light complexity, plays in 45 min.

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About Cape Horn

This is a sailing game where players are racing around Cape Horn. Each turn a player may move their boat by using the wind markers that are placed out on the board. The trick is other players can impede your progress by playing their wind markers to slow you down. First person to hit 3 way-points wins. You can also win by hitting 2 way-points and then crossing the finish line.

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Mechanics: Tile Placement · Designer: Thorsten Gimmler

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Cape Horn FAQ

How many players is Cape Horn?
Cape Horn plays with 3–5 players, ages 12 and up.
How long does Cape Horn take to play?
A game of Cape Horn takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Cape Horn any good?
Cape Horn rates 6.0/10 from 548 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a nautical / racing game built around tile placement.