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title: "Spirit Island | Expert-Level Thematic Game for 1-4 Players, Defend Your Home from Invaders, Highly Replayable with Multiple Adversaries"
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# 50+ evolving power cards 90-120 min immersive gameplay 8 unique elemental spirits Spirit Island | Expert-Level Thematic Game for 1-4 Players, Defend Your Home from Invaders, Highly Replayable with Multiple Adversaries

**Brand:** greater than games
**Price:** 140155CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Defend your island, command the spirits, and outwit the invaders before it’s too late!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Spirit Island | Expert-Level Thematic Game for 1-4 Players, Defend Your Home from Invaders, Highly Replayable with Multiple Adversaries by greater than games
- **How much does it cost?** 140155CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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- greater than games enthusiasts

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## Key Features

- • **Empower Your Teamwork:** Every player’s choices matter—feel the thrill of collective strategy and shared victory or defeat.
- • **Endless Replayability:** Over 50 major and minor power cards plus modular island boards keep every game fresh and challenging.
- • **Dynamic Invader Threat:** Face evolving adversaries and unpredictable invader expansions that escalate tension and excitement.
- • **Deep, Thematic Strategy:** Engage in 90-120 minutes of immersive cooperative gameplay that rewards foresight and planning.
- • **Master the Elements Together:** Play as one of 8 distinct spirits, each with unique powers that demand strategic synergy.

## Overview

Spirit Island is a critically acclaimed cooperative strategy board game for 1-4 players, featuring 8 unique elemental spirits defending their island from colonizing invaders. With 90-120 minutes of deep, thematic gameplay, modular boards, and over 50 evolving power cards, it offers high replay value and strategic depth. Perfect for millennial professionals seeking a challenging, immersive experience that sharpens critical thinking and teamwork.

## Description

From the manufacturer In the most distant reaches of the world, magic still exists, embodied by spirits of the land, of the sky, and of every natural thing Spirit Island is a complex and thematic cooperative game about defending your island home from colonizing Invaders. Players are different spirits of the land, each with its own unique elemental powers. Every turn, players simultaneously choose which of their power cards to play, paying energy to do so. Using combinations of power cards that match a spirit's elemental affinities can grant free extra effects. Faster powers take effect immediately, before the Invaders spread and ravage, but other magics are slower, requiring forethought and planning to use effectively. In the Spirit phase, spirits gain energy, and choose how / whether to Grow: to reclaim used power cards, to seek for new power, or to spread presence into new areas of the island. The Invaders expand across the island map in a semi-predictable fashion. Each turn they explore into some lands (portions of the island); the next turn, they build in those lands, forming settlements and cities. The turn after that, they ravage there, bringing blight to the land and attacking any native islanders present. The islanders fight back against the Invaders when attacked, and lend the spirits some other aid, but may not always do so exactly as you'd hoped. Some Powers work through the islanders, helping them (eg) drive out the Invaders or clean the land of blight. Contents 8 different Spirits, each with 4 Power Cards unique to that Spirit Over 50 distinct Major and Minor Power Cards which Spirits can grow into 4 modular Island Boards, for a variety of layouts Over 100 pieces for representing the Invaders and Dahan (native islanders) 15 Invader cards, driving a distinctive Invader expansion system 15 Fear cards, showing what happens as you terrify the Invader 3 multi-tier Adversaries (specific Invaders) for play variety and fine-tuned challenge 4 optional Scenarios for even more play variety The game escalates as it progresses: spirits spread their presence to new parts of the island and seek out new and more potent powers, while the Invaders step up their colonization efforts. Each turn represents 1-3 years of alternate-history. At game start, winning requires destroying every last settlement and city on the board - but as you frighten the Invaders more and more, victory becomes easier: they'll run away even if some number of settlements or cities remain. Defeat comes if any spirit is destroyed, if the island is overrun by blight, or if the Invader deck is depleted before achieving victory. The game includes different adversaries to fight against (eg: a Swedish Mining Colony, or a Remote British Colony). Each changes play in different ways, and offers a different path of difficulty boosts to keep the game challenging as you gain skill.

Review: Quality - Original and in proper condition.
Review: My favourite Co-op game since Pandemic Legacy - A (longish) TL;DR: This game is very good. People who are experienced with board games can pick this game up and play fluidly in just a few turns, but it can initially be overwhelming for casual players. The game is quite difficult, especially at first, but everything is tied together very well thematically and is very much less luck based than most cooperative board games; therefore, the (base) game is easier to play and win the more you play, but there are several ways to increase the difficulty once it feels too easy. Everyone playing feels important and all choices matter. Replay value is very high, and nobody I've played it with has had anything negative to say about it. Pros: + Thematically Consistent + Truly 1-4 players (even single player is fun and challenging) + Various difficulty levels and options for gameplay variation offer high replay value + High-Quality pieces with great art + Very hard to take control of other players - everyone feels important and their choices matter POSSIBLE Cons: - Overwhelming at first (many different pieces and gameplay elements) - Can be difficult to teach because of the above point - Seemingly few 'scenarios' and 'adversaries' (but ultimately enough once you understand how they work) - Generally very challenging for new players even with the most simple set-up Neutral Points: ~ Long play time for casual players (30-40 minutes for single player, 60+ minutes with 2 players, and easily 90-120+ minutes with 3 or 4 players, especially if playing with new players) ~ In-box dividers/piece holders are flimsy and bulky, but box includes many resealable plastic bags for pieces ~ Random elements are a small part of the game, but are very predictable, fit with the theme, and don't feel 'luck-based' ~ NOT kid friendly. Don't be fooled by the colourful art - This game is challenging and complex for many adults, and I wouldn't even want to try playing it with anyone younger than a board game savvy 13 year old (I'm thinking of my younger siblings and cousins around that age as examples: some are definitely able to play and some I wouldn't let touch the box) Things to keep in mind when first playing the game: * If you can, learn the game with 2 players first, with the rule book and online FAQ open - learning with a single player will likely result in a quick and brutal loss that won't teach you enough, and learning with more than 2 players will likely result in a jumbled mess which will take far too long. Playing with several people is much easier when at least one person already knows how to play. * USE THE 'EASY' CHARACTERS - Seriously, their rules and powers are much easier to manage, and you can eliminate the deck building portion of the game as you learn the more integral elements * Don't be discouraged by the difficulty of the game. This game is hard to beat at first. Once you learn some strategy through trial and error, victory is much easier (which is why scenarios, adversaries, and blighted island cards are in the game, all of which increase the difficulty and/or complexity)

## Features

- As spirits, you must grow in power and work together to drive the invaders from your Island. before it's too late!.
- For 1-4 players.
- 90-120 minute playing time.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01MUHP51S |
| Age Range Description | 156 months to 9600 months |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,756 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #316 in Board Games |
| Brand | Greater Than Games |
| Brand Name | Greater Than Games |
| CPSIA Cautionary Statement | Choking Hazard - Small Parts, No Warning Applicable |
| Color | Multi-colored |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,766 Reviews |
| Edition | Core Edition |
| Educational Objective | Enhance critical thinking, strategic planning, and teamwork skills |
| Estimated Playing Time | 90 Minutes |
| Game Mechanics | cooperatives, modular, progression |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00798304339291 |
| Included Components | Game |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 29.5 x 7.5 x 29.5 centimeters |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 30.5L x 30.5W centimeters |
| Item Type Name | Board Game |
| Item Weight | 1 Kilograms |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Greater Than Games |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1500 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 168.0 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SISL:CORE |
| Material | Cardboard |
| Material Type | Cardboard |
| Minimum Age Recomendation | 168 |
| Model Number | SISL:CORE |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Players | 2-4 |
| Number of players | 2-4 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Product dimensions | 30.5L x 30.5W centimeters |
| Set Name | Core Edition |
| Size | One Size |
| Sub Brand | Spirit |
| Subject Character | Spirit |
| Supported Battery Types | Not required |
| Theme | interactive strategy theme |
| UPC | 798304339291 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Greater Than Games
- **Genre:** Strategy
- **Material:** Cardboard
- **Number of players:** 2-4
- **Theme:** interactive strategy theme

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this the first or second printing of the game?**
A: To update the answer here, as of (at least) July 18, 2018, this is the forth printing, per the printing just above the barcode on the box.

**Q: The other day the shipping to australia was $19, in line with listed weight, but today it's $43. What changed?**
A: Cannot tell from here, but sounds like your shipping address changed or the shipping method you selected changed..  No US retailer can ship a game that heavy to Australia for $19.  In fact, even at $43, the retailer would be taking a significant loss.  To us, those look like U.S. domestic shipping charges -- $19 for standard shipping and $43 for express or 2 day shipping.  Buy, again, I am just guessing since I cannot see your screen.

Respectfully,

Robert S. Solow, Ph.D.
CLS Games
Atlanta's Board Game Warehouse
LAND: 770.966.8340
CELL: 770.310.2498
Twitter: @CLS_Games
Facebook:  facebook.com/CLSGames

**Q: The foldable boards in the kickstarter version don't lay flat properly. Is this problem corrected in the second edition?**
A: I have the 3rd printing, and it still doesn't lay flat straight out of the box. It will lay flat properly if you put something on top of it for a while (such as the stack of spirit boards). After you fold it up and put it back in the box, and take it out again, it once more won't lay flat until you flatten it for a while.

**Q: Is this the original board game? I am confused since item weight is 2 pounds and the original weights over 6 pounds**
A: It is the full core game.  I am not sure why the listed weight differs, but the product is complete.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality
*by A***L on 8 April 2023*

Original and in proper condition.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My favourite Co-op game since Pandemic Legacy
*by C***K on 6 September 2019*

A (longish) TL;DR: This game is very good. People who are experienced with board games can pick this game up and play fluidly in just a few turns, but it can initially be overwhelming for casual players. The game is quite difficult, especially at first, but everything is tied together very well thematically and is very much less luck based than most cooperative board games; therefore, the (base) game is easier to play and win the more you play, but there are several ways to increase the difficulty once it feels too easy. Everyone playing feels important and all choices matter. Replay value is very high, and nobody I've played it with has had anything negative to say about it. Pros: + Thematically Consistent + Truly 1-4 players (even single player is fun and challenging) + Various difficulty levels and options for gameplay variation offer high replay value + High-Quality pieces with great art + Very hard to take control of other players - everyone feels important and their choices matter POSSIBLE Cons: - Overwhelming at first (many different pieces and gameplay elements) - Can be difficult to teach because of the above point - Seemingly few 'scenarios' and 'adversaries' (but ultimately enough once you understand how they work) - Generally very challenging for new players even with the most simple set-up Neutral Points: ~ Long play time for casual players (30-40 minutes for single player, 60+ minutes with 2 players, and easily 90-120+ minutes with 3 or 4 players, especially if playing with new players) ~ In-box dividers/piece holders are flimsy and bulky, but box includes many resealable plastic bags for pieces ~ Random elements are a small part of the game, but are very predictable, fit with the theme, and don't feel 'luck-based' ~ NOT kid friendly. Don't be fooled by the colourful art - This game is challenging and complex for many adults, and I wouldn't even want to try playing it with anyone younger than a board game savvy 13 year old (I'm thinking of my younger siblings and cousins around that age as examples: some are definitely able to play and some I wouldn't let touch the box) Things to keep in mind when first playing the game: * If you can, learn the game with 2 players first, with the rule book and online FAQ open - learning with a single player will likely result in a quick and brutal loss that won't teach you enough, and learning with more than 2 players will likely result in a jumbled mess which will take far too long. Playing with several people is much easier when at least one person already knows how to play. * USE THE 'EASY' CHARACTERS - Seriously, their rules and powers are much easier to manage, and you can eliminate the deck building portion of the game as you learn the more integral elements * Don't be discouraged by the difficulty of the game. This game is hard to beat at first. Once you learn some strategy through trial and error, victory is much easier (which is why scenarios, adversaries, and blighted island cards are in the game, all of which increase the difficulty and/or complexity)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Muito complexo, mas divertido demais.
*by L***S on 14 October 2025*

Jogo veio em perfeito estado. É um jogo muito complexo, com uma dificuldade bem alta. Ele é coop, o que pode ser frustrante quando é tão difícil de ganhar.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Greater Than Games | Spirit Island: Base Game | Cooperative Strategy Board Game | 1 to 4 Players | 90+ Minutes | Ages 14+
- Greater Than Games | Spirit Island: Nature Incarnate | Cooperative Strategy Board Game Expansion | 1 to 6 Players | 90+ Minutes | Ages 14+
- Greater Than Games | Spirit Island: Feather & Flame | Cooperative Strategy Board Game Expansion | 1 to 4 Players | 90+ Minutes | Ages 14+

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