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Cartagena (2017)

2–5 players · 30–45 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.7 on BGG

Players
2–5
Play time
30–45 min
Age
8+
Complexity
Medium-light
BGG rating
6.7/10

Best for 2–5 players aged 8+ who like pirates games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30–45 min.

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About Cartagena

Like roll-and-move, but without dice and with meaningful decisions.

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Cartagena FAQ

How many players is Cartagena?
Cartagena plays with 2–5 players, ages 8 and up.
How long does Cartagena take to play?
A game of Cartagena takes 30–45 min, at medium-light complexity (1.6/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Cartagena any good?
Cartagena rates 6.7/10 from 612 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a pirates / racing game built around action points, hand management, modular board.