Board Game Review Trails of Tucana

TRAILS OF TUCANA BOARD GAME REVIEW

 In Trails of Tucana, each player is given a map sheet that shows villages, landmarks, and different types of terrain. The goal is to connect as many villages and sights as possible. To begin, you take a cooking card. This map shows where the villages are located on the map. The first player draws a red letter in village 1 and then draws clockwise. So that each player has a different map configuration, each subsequent player draws the first letter one village further.

 Each turn you always take 2 cards from the pile. These cards show the types of terrain. Now all players can simultaneously draw a route from one type of terrain to another. Routes can be drawn anywhere and they do not have to be adjacent. If you associate a landmark with a village, you can circle it on the right side of the sheet. If you cross the 2nd landmark, you can immediately draw a route of your choice. The first round ends when only 1 card remains in the deck. At the end of each round, the landmark symbols are added up. You get points for the corresponding round. Thus, for each point of interest circled in 1 round, you get more points.

 At the end of the 2nd round, you add up again all points of landmarks and points of connected villages. If you are the first to connect two villages with the same letters, you will also receive bonus points. The one with the most points at the end wins!

 There are 2 options: Isla Petit and Isla Grande. The only difference is that Isla Grande is bigger and is played in 3 rounds. There are also 3 landmarks of each type instead of 2. Isla Grande takes a bit longer to play.

IMPRESSION

 Trails of Tucana is a short but very interesting game. You can start playing very quickly because the rules are clear and simple. The theme is very fun and so is the feel of the game. If you like to build networks, this is definitely an interesting addition to the collection. Don't expect this to be a huge game with tons of options, but it's fun and compact to take on vacation. A perfect addition to your roll/flip&write collection that adds a bit more depth than the likes of Qwixx.

 We think it's a very fun and entertaining game, but you definitely shouldn't expect miracles. Trails of Tucana is a good game, but it won't blow your mind. Various maps and variants have been added to increase the replayability of the game, but it always remains the same in its fundamentals. You always connect 2 villages and sights. The game doesn't really offer any other strategies that you can follow. If you like variety in games, this might be disappointing.

 Trails of Tucana is partly based on luck. The cards you draw are random, but you can keep track of how many cards of a certain terrain type have been drawn. This allows you to tactically connect certain terrain and take into account what types of terrain are still ahead. We usually don't, as we often just play a simple game. But if you want to win, this is definitely the way to beat your opponent! There is a fine balance between luck and insight. You have to think carefully about where you place routes, but it's not a very competitive game, so it's fun for all types of parties.

 When we first played Trails of Tucana, we had to get used to the game. Having played it several times, we can say that we find it a very good roll&write. It's not our favorite game right away, but it still makes it to the table regularly. We personally contacted Ticket to Ride. Both games keep you busy with networks and routes. Farfetched of course, but who knows, you might enjoy Trails of Tucana if you're a big fan of Ticket to Ride! If you're looking for a simpler flip and draw feature and love to build networks, this game is definitely for you.

GAME FOR TWO

 Trails of Tucana, like many other roll&writes, is fun with 2 players. There is almost no interaction in this game, but because it is so simple, you can communicate with each other a lot. We haven't played it with multiple players yet, but you can imagine it's pretty fun too. In this respect, Trails of Tucana is a bit like Welcome To. Even if you play with more players, the game won't last long.

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DESCRIPTION OF THE BOARD GAME "TRAILS OF TUCANA" In the distant Indian Ocean, next to the island of Chunga-Changa, there is a group of little-studied Tucana Islands. These wonderful islands are home to local aboriginal tribes and exotic animals, as well as exclusive attractions. The Tucan Islands are an incredibly attractive tourist destination, but they are so unexplored that there are not even any tourist trails. In the Trails of Tucana board game, you have to explore the island and ..