Dead Reckoning

Sleeve upgrades onto your crew and sail for plunder

πŸ‘₯ 1–4 players⏱ approx. 150 minπŸͺ„ Takes some learning12+
🧩 Solo modeβ˜… 7.1 Β· BGG #365

Who it's for

Players who love tactile mechanics and pirate themes. The card-crafting system makes crew progression feel tangible and personal.

Not for you if…

Not for players bothered by fiddly component manipulation or who want a quick pirate game. Setup and sleeving add overhead.

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Vibe's take

Adventurous, innovative, tactile, immersive

About this game

Pirate adventure that combines deck-building with card-crafting β€” you physically sleeve new abilities onto your crew cards, upgrading them over time. Explore islands, fight rivals, and develop your crew across a campaign-style adventure on the high seas.

Card-crafting systemSolo modePirate themePhysical upgrades

Get it

from €10

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By the numbers

Players

Best at 3 playersWorks with 1–4

Duration

90–150 min

Ages 12+

Complexity

3.4 / 5 β€” Medium

BGG Rating

7.1/10

Rank #365

4.0k ratings

Published

2022

Language

Moderate text

Designed by

John D. Clair

Published by

Korea Boardgames, YOKA Games, Alderac Entertainment Group, Tabletop KZ

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