Forgotten Waters

Forgotten Waters

AdventureExplorationFantasyNautical
Players
3-7
Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
5 players
Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
240 min
AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
14+
ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
2.1 / 5
Year
2020

About the game

Forgotten Waters is a semi-cooperative pirate adventure game where players sail together on a single ship while pursuing their own secret personal goals. Guided by an app and a massive location book, the crew explores a fantastical Caribbean-esque world, making narrative choices that shape encounters, battles, and story arcs. Dice rolling and stat checks resolve challenges as the crew charts a course toward shared and individual objectives. Its blend of app-driven storytelling and tabletop choice creates a uniquely immersive pirate saga.

Hobbli's Notes

Hobbli's team enjoys the freewheeling, 'yes, and' spirit of Forgotten Waters: the app keeps the story flowing without heavy bookkeeping. The semi-cooperative structure adds fun tension since not everyone's goals align. Its scenario-based structure gives it real legs as a campaign experience for a dedicated group. The whimsical, silly tone keeps sessions lighthearted even during tense moments.

What we like

  • App-driven storytelling reduces rules overhead significantly.
  • Semi-cooperative goals add fun hidden tension.
  • Whimsical, humorous tone keeps the mood light.
  • Large scenario book offers substantial campaign content.

Keep in mind

  • Long playtime per session.
  • Requires a companion app to play, which some may dislike.
  • Large group size can lead to uneven engagement.

Who it's for

Great for groups of 3-7 players aged 14+ who enjoy narrative-driven adventure games with a lighthearted pirate theme.

Mechanics

Dice RollingEventsNarrative Choice / ParagraphScenario / Mission / Campaign GameSemi-Cooperative GameStat Check ResolutionStorytellingWorker Placement

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