Which is better for two players? Forbidden Island or Forbidden Dessert?
358515
I haven't played Forbidden Desert, but I would guess that Forbidden Island might be better, since it is a little more simple. Forbidden Desert has an additional aspect with the need to monitor water levels.
358516
With completely cooperative games the number of people sitting around the game and the number of players in the game do not have to be the same. You can each take two player cards and each take two turns for a 4 player experience. In fact, I've played several games of Forbidden Island solitaire... just take 3-4 player cards and play each in turn.
358517
Both are very enjoyable and very different experiences. Both play very well with only two players. In Forbidden Island, despite your best efforts, you will inevitably witness half of the island sink into the abyss. By the time you win or lose, half the board that you started with, most likely will be gone. In Forbidden Desert, your set up remains intact but constantly shifts with the desert winds, kicking up sand all over the place! In my honest opinion, you simply cannot go wrong with either! Flip a coin to decide and if you like one, then invest in the other as well. I hope if you do invest in either, that you have a good experience! Both are very enjoyable and very different experiences. Both play very well with only two players. In Forbidden Island, despite your best efforts, you will inevitably witness half of the island sink into the abyss. By the time you win or lose, half the board that you started with, most likely will be gone. In Forbidden Desert, your set up remains intact but constantly shifts with the desert winds, kicking up sand all over the place! In my honest opinion, you simply cannot go wrong with either! Flip a coin to decide and if you like one, then invest in the other as well. I hope if... » Read More Both are very enjoyable and very different experiences. Both play very well with only two players. In Forbidden Island, despite your best efforts, you will inevitably witness half of the island sink into the abyss. By the time you win or lose, half the board that you started with, most likely will be gone. In Forbidden Desert, your set up remains intact but constantly shifts with the desert winds, kicking up sand all over the place! In my honest opinion, you simply cannot go wrong with either! Flip a coin to decide and if you like one, then invest in the other as well. I hope if you do invest in either, that you have a good experience! « Show Less
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I purchased this game and also own munchkin. The concepts are slightly similar but the game play is different. King of Tokyo is very dependent on the roll of the dice. The game play is quick and can involve many different strategies. I would recommend owning both games. I honestly didn't think of comparing the two games until you posed the question. Hope this helps.
1569457
Ignore the "yes." I stupidly clicked the wrong button. I wouldn't recommend it. It's possible, but it's one more thing to juggle. You're already responsible for the rules and story, and while it's possible to play a player character as well, it's tough enough to run when you're new to gaming. If you're still interested in the game, I ran the scenario here fine with two players. A couple of encounters are probably best scaled down, but I believe the book tells you where to. If you have at east two other people, you can run this and learn the rules as you go. If you then decide you also wish to play a character, knock yourself out.
1657632
Having all the sets: First should be normal Dominion Second should be Intrigue if you play with 5-6 players; Seaside otherwise Third Prosperity if you got Seaside; Seaside if you got Intrigue Fourth Intrigue if you got Seaside first; Otherwise Prosperity Fifth Hinterlands .. it's a good set but not a beginners set at all. Then would get the small sets Cornucopia then Alchemy.
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I have tried playing with two before but this game is definitely NOT built for only two. Even with three the real fun of the game is somewhat subdued. I believe four is optimal, because while you can play with more, the game starts to really lag with higher numbers of players, especially if there are any new players in your group.But as for the original question: No, it is not nearly as fun with two people. Half the fun of the game is choosing who to help and who to hurt and when is the best time to do it. With only two people it takes away much of the "Munchiness" that the game is really built around. I have tried playing with two before but this game is definitely NOT built for only two. Even with three the real fun of the game is somewhat subdued. I believe four is optimal, because while you can play with more, the game starts to really lag with higher numbers of players, especially if there are any new players in your group.But as for the original question: No, it is not nearly as fun with two people. Half the fun of the game is choosing who to help and who to hurt and when is the best time to do it. With only two people it takes away much of the "Munchiness"... » Read More I have tried playing with two before but this game is definitely NOT built for only two. Even with three the real fun of the game is somewhat subdued. I believe four is optimal, because while you can play with more, the game starts to really lag with higher numbers of players, especially if there are any new players in your group.But as for the original question: No, it is not nearly as fun with two people. Half the fun of the game is choosing who to help and who to hurt and when is the best time to do it. With only two people it takes away much of the "Munchiness" that the game is really built around. « Show Less
644722
No, this game is restricted to 2 people. It is a lot like Chess in a way. I do recommend it for abstract game lovers. It is also great for road trips as it is very portable and games don't take longer than 15-30 min.
1718701
Basic game is similar, but details and 'setting' different enough to add variety to game playing. Still focuses on working together as a team to win. I think more difficult. If you enjoyed Forbidden Island, you will enjoy Forbidden Desert. I would recommend buying to play with family and friends.
307865
Qwirkle Cubes has the one added element of rethrowing the dice - all in all they are pretty similiar games and i would definitely not have both but if i had to choose one i would go with the cubes for sure.
867037
Killer bunnies is best with more than two players. You have to bend rules to do it with two but it is really meant for more. However, the game is all about having fun with each other so if I could choose any game worth adapting for two players- this would be it.
1600747
I wish I would have asked this question before I purchased the game! I had friends that had games with the two extra's, and I had purchased Lethal Luau for a dinner party I was having with 6 people, thinking there were two extras. BUT IN LETHAL LUAU THERE ARE NO EXTRAS! So My husband and I both played two parts which just ruined the whole thing. We would switch hats (nothing we could do about the costume) so that the other players knew which we were at that time. But sometimes our characters were asking ourselves questions so it got really confusing. You need 8 guests to play this game. Have a good time!
744577
Yes, my husband and I both enjoy it. I would play this with other adults. Could get interesting with all adults. You only win as a team. There are rules for making it harder(island water cards start at higher # being drawn each turn).
1388067
Yes. This game works the same way as the Forbidden Island. Instead of an Island sinking you are dealing with a desert getting covered in sand. Very fun. Takes a couple of tries to get it down. Great family game.
1461734
Klondike is my favorite, the old-fashioned game. Free Cell is another good one. I haven't really tried too many of the others. Hope this helps.
900536
This is such a great, fun game! I think you can play with any number of people. We play this after dinner on holiday gatherings. It is a fun and quick break after dinner, dessert, and is an alternative to the group that gathers in front of the t.v.! Enjoy!
1600749
I wish I would have asked this question before I purchased the game! I had friends that had games with the two extra's, and I had purchased Lethal Luau for a dinner party I was having with 6 people, thinking there were two extras. BUT IN LETHAL LUAU THERE ARE NO EXTRAS! So My husband and I both played two parts which just ruined the whole thing. We would switch hats (nothing we could do about the costume) so that the other players knew which we were at that time. But sometimes our characters were asking ourselves questions so it got really confusing. You need 8 guests to play this game. Have a good time! I wish I would have asked this question before I purchased the game! I had friends that had games with the two extra's, and I had purchased Lethal Luau for a dinner party I was having with 6 people, thinking there were two extras. BUT IN LETHAL LUAU THERE ARE NO EXTRAS! So My husband and I both played two parts which just ruined the whole thing. We would switch hats (nothing we could do about the costume) so that the other players knew which we were at that time. But sometimes our characters were asking ourselves questions so it got really confusing. You need 8 guests to play this game.... » Read More I wish I would have asked this question before I purchased the game! I had friends that had games with the two extra's, and I had purchased Lethal Luau for a dinner party I was having with 6 people, thinking there were two extras. BUT IN LETHAL LUAU THERE ARE NO EXTRAS! So My husband and I both played two parts which just ruined the whole thing. We would switch hats (nothing we could do about the costume) so that the other players knew which we were at that time. But sometimes our characters were asking ourselves questions so it got really confusing. You need 8 guests to play this game. Have a good time! « Show Less
695227
There are no lesser parts in this game...if u want a lesser role, get the "Taste for wine and murder" game...it has 6 suspect and 2 non-suspects that have fewer lines, etc. The pasta game has 8 suspects and all are heavily invloved in the game.
2120334
Yes, simply don't use the sea monster tiles. Fair warning though, the paths are not as visually distinct as they are in Tsuro, so if you're playing with someone who has visual limitations, this is not the version for you.