How many players is Small Islands?

Small Islands plays with 1–4 players, ages 8 and up.

How long does Small Islands take to play?

A game of Small Islands takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Small Islands any good?

Small Islands rates 6.9/10 from 744 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a exploration / nautical game built around push your luck, solo / solitaire game, tile placement.

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Small Islands (2018)

1–4 players · 30 min · age 8+ · ★ 6.9 on BGG

Players: 1–4
Play time: 30 min
Age: 8+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.9/10

Best for 1–4 players aged 8+ who like exploration games — medium-light complexity, plays in 30 min.

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About Small Islands

Explore unchartered archipelagos, hunt for mysterious temples & harvest local flora.

Exploration Nautical Territory Building

Mechanics: Push Your Luck, Solo / Solitaire Game, Tile Placement · Designer: Alexis Allard

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Small Islands FAQ

How many players is Small Islands?: Small Islands plays with 1–4 players, ages 8 and up.
How long does Small Islands take to play?: A game of Small Islands takes 30 min, at medium-light complexity (2.0/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Small Islands any good?: Small Islands rates 6.9/10 from 744 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a exploration / nautical game built around push your luck, solo / solitaire game, tile placement.