The Isle of Cats*

Embark on a delightful rescue mission in The Isle of Cats, a captivating competitive board game designed for 1-4 players (expandable to 6 with expansions). This medium-weight game combines card-drafting, polyomino cat-placement, and resource management, offering an engaging and strategic gameplay experience.

###Gameplay Overview:

  • Rescue Mission: Players, citizens of Squalls End, journey to The Isle of Cats to save as many cats as possible before the ominous Lord Vesh arrives.
  • Polyomino Puzzle: Represented by unique tiles, each cat belongs to a family. Players must skillfully arrange them on their boats, aiming to keep families together while efficiently using the available space.
  • Resource Management: Explore the island through card drafting, rescuing cats, discovering treasures, befriending Oshax, and studying ancient lessons. Efficient resource allocation is crucial for success.

###Key Actions:

  1. Explore the Island: Draft cards to uncover new opportunities and challenges.
  2. Rescue Cats: Save feline friends and strategically place them on your boat.
  3. Find Treasures: Discover valuable treasures scattered across the island.
  4. Befriend Oshax: Forge a connection with the enigmatic Oshax for unique advantages.
  5. Study Ancient Lessons: Collect lessons that offer personalized scoring options, with 38 distinct lessons available.

###Conclusion:

The Isle of Cats unfolds over five rounds, with players completing lessons, optimizing boat space, and scoring points. The dynamic combination of polyomino puzzle-solving and resource management, along with the variety of lessons, ensures a rich and replayable gaming experience. Will you be the most adept cat rescuer, securing a harmonious boat filled with furry companions? Dive into the heartwarming adventure and find out.

Nominated for 6 awards.

  • 1 - 4 Players
  • 60 - 90 Minutes
  • 8+ years old
  • Easy to learn

Video reviews, ratings, Let's Plays and tests for The Isle of Cats

  • YouTube Review for the game "The Isle of Cats" by BoardGameGeek
    Video is in English

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