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Jamaica

Jamaica

€39,90 EUR
€39,90 EUR
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2 to 6 players 30 to 60 min 8 years and up

Jamaica takes you on a pirate race full of twists and turns: each player commands a ship, sails the island's waters in search of treasures, confronts other buccaneers, and tries to return to port the richest. With frenetic races, boarding, resource trading, and navigation strategy, Jamaica is an adventure and tactics game accessible to all. For 2 to 6 players, immersive games, between 30 and 60 minutes — perfect for an evening with friends or family.

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How to play Jamaica?

Game Setup

  • Place the game board representing the island of Jamaica in the center of the table. Each player chooses a ship (and its "cargo hold" tile) and places their ship on the starting space: Port Royal.
  • Prepare the resources (gold, food, gunpowder), Action cards, Treasure cards, dice, and other game materials.
  • Deal each player a hand of 3 Action cards. Each player starts with some basic resources (food, gold) to fill certain cargo holds on their ship, with the other holds remaining empty.

Gameplay outline

  • À chaque tour, un joueur est désigné capitaine. Il lance deux dés Action: un pour l'action du “matin”, l’autre pour celle du “soir”, puis place les dés sur la “boîte de navigation”.
  • Tous les joueurs choisissent simultanément une carte Action de leur main, face cachée, puis la révèlent. Chaque carte propose deux actions : une pour le matin, une pour le soir.
  • En suivant l’ordre du tour, chaque joueur effectue successivement son action du matin puis celle du soir : cela peut être un chargement (or, nourriture, poudre) dans les cales, ou un déplacement (avancer ou reculer sur le plateau). 
  • Si votre navire atterrit sur une case spéciale (repaire de pirates, grotte, autre navire), des événements particuliers surviennent : combat naval, découverte de trésor, paiement de taxe portuaire, consommation de ravitaillement, etc. 
  • Vos cales ayant un nombre limité d’emplacements, vous devrez parfois vider une cale pour pouvoir charger de nouvelles ressources, ce qui impose de faire des choix stratégiques

Win/Loss Condition

  • The goal of the game: combine speed (circumnavigating the island)and accumulated wealth(gold, treasures, resources) to beat your opponents.
  • At the end of the race, each player counts what they have amassed: gold doubloons, treasures, resources, retrieved cargo, etc.
  • The player with the most wealth(gold + treasures + overall value of their cargo and loot) wins the game.
  • Combat, resupply, managing holds and resources, as well as tactical choices in navigation and resupply greatly influence the outcome: a good balance between speed, management, and confrontations is often the key to victory.

Our Tips for Winning

  • Manage your chocks smartly from the start

    Don't fill your hold haphazardly: alternate between goods, powder, and food according to your strategy (fast race, treasure collection, or confrontations). A well-managed hold will give you flexibility and opportunities.

  • Watch your opponents before engaging in combat.

    Boarding can bring great rewards, but also carry high risks. Evaluate the enemy's cargo, your gunpowder, your supplies, and especially your positions on the island before deciding to attack.

  • Adjust your route according to the situation: race or looting?

    Sometimes aiming for the finish line quickly pays off more; other times, a strategic detour for treasure or a good boarding can make all the difference. Stay flexible.

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FAQ – All about Jamaica

What is the purpose of the combat die and gunpowder?

Gunpowder loaded into your hold allows you to win naval battles when you encounter another ship: it's a key element for stealing cargo or treasure, and tipping the scales in your favor.

Is this a game suitable for beginners or families?

Yes, Jamaica combines accessible rules, visual components, and an immersive theme, while also offering enough strategy to appeal to casual players and families.

Is every game different?

Yes, thanks to tactical choices (navigation, cargo, combat, treasures), player interactions, random events, and round-by-round decisions, each game offers varied possibilities and constant renewal.

Is chance important in Jamaica?

Dice introduce an element of chance, but players maintain control through card selection. The strategy lies precisely in adapting to the results while optimizing decisions to minimize risks.