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Spirit Island

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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. As the great powers of Europe stretch their colonial empires further and further, they will inevitably lay claim to a place where spirits still hold power - and when they do, the land itself will fight back alongside the islanders who live there.

Spirit Island is a cooperative settler-destruction strategy game designed by R. Eric Reuss and set in an alternate-history world around A.D. 1700. Players become different Spirits of the land, each with their own unique elemental powers, forced to defend their island home from colonizing Invaders spreading blight and destruction. Your Spirits work with the native Dahan to increase your power and drive the invading colonists from your island in this strategic area-control game.

In Spirit Island, players choose between 1-4 Spirits to control. The number of Spirits determines the size of the island:

Spirit Island includes all of the content from the award-winning tabletop game:

8 different Spirits, each with 4 Power cards unique to that Spirit

36 Minor Power cards that enhance the abilities of your Spirits

22 Major Power cards with more powerful effects to devastate the Invaders

A modular island, made up of 4 balanced island boards, for a variety of layouts

Thematic island boards that reflect the canonical island and provide a new challenge

3 multi-tier Adversaries (specific Invaders) for play variety and fine-tuned challenge: Brandenburg-Prussia, England, and Sweden

4 optional Scenarios for even more play variety

15 Invader cards driving a distinctive Invader expansion system

2 Blight cards with challenging effects as the Invaders blight the Island

15 Fear cards with beneficial effects, earned as you terrify the Invaders

Every rule & interaction in the game has been carefully adapted and thoroughly tested by expert Spirit Island players, as well as the designer himself. If you’re wondering how a certain situation works in Spirit Island, this game is the ultimate rules lawyer!

Features:

Original dynamic music composed by Jean-Marc Giffin brings Spirit Island to life. Each Spirit has unique musical elements that wax and wane as the game progresses.

3D Textured maps bring a realistic look and isometric perspective to the Island.

3D Classic maps present the Island the way it looks on the tabletop.

2D Classic maps provide a simplified top-down option for all you number crunchers out there.

Over 78,000 different potential game configurations to choose from.

Play a solo game with 1 to 4 Spirits, or pass & play with your friends (locally or with Steam Remote Play Together).

Cross-platform online multiplayer with friends and others from around the world.

Expand your gameplay options with DLC!

Branch & Claw adds two Spirits, an Adversary, four Scenarios, many new Power, Fear, and Blight cards, and new mechanics including the Event Deck.

Jagged Earth adds new Spirits, Island Boards, Adversaries, Scenarios, many new Power, Event, Fear, and Blight cards, and much more.

Horizons of Spirit Island adds five Spirits and three Island Boards, especially suited for newer players to Spirit Island.

Promo Pack 1: Flame includes two Spirits: Heart of the Wildfire and Serpent Slumbering Beneath the Island.

Promo Pack 2: Feather includes two Spirits, an Adversary, two Scenarios, Aspects for Core Game Spirits, and Fear Cards.

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User Reviews

Overwhelmingly Positive
24 user reviews
100%
Positive
21 hrs at review
Recommended

Very good replication of the actual board game. Playing IRL is always cooler, but if you have remote friends or want to get some more games in (getting to play with more people, no need for set up) this is the solution. Also, takes off the mental load of enacting all the rules, freeing alot of the effort to pure spirit strategy. Great game.

2 helpful
25 hrs at review
Recommended

Spirit Island is a deeply strategic and thematically rich cooperative board game that challenges players to defend their island from invading colonizers through a combination of unique spirits, powerful abilities, and careful planning. The game’s core premise revolves around players embodying elemental spirits, each with distinct powers and playstyles, working together to manipulate the environment, frighten invaders, and ultimately drive them away before they can establish a foothold. The game excels in creating a sense of thematic immersion—players are not just managing abstract mechanics but are truly embodying mystical entities fighting to protect their homeland from external exploitation. The artwork, sound design, and narrative flavor all contribute to a compelling atmosphere that immerses players into a world where nature and spirit power are intertwined in a delicate balance. What makes Spirit Island particularly compelling is its depth of strategy and the high level of re...

2 helpful
42 hrs at review
Recommended

great game. great adaptation of the board game.

1 helpful
124 hrs at review
Recommended

Best board game ever. Best board game adoptation.

36 hrs at review
Recommended

Game is ported well, and can join cross-platform. What more can you ask for of a board game adaptation?

4 hrs at review
Recommended

Advertisement on the main menu, seriously? On a purchased game, for some stuff I also own? A-hole design.

99 hrs at review
Recommended

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10 hrs at review
Recommended

Very challenging, still very fun.

49 hrs at review
Recommended

The best Board Game adaptation that money can buy.

504 hrs at review
Recommended

Faithful adaptation of the Board Game and by now the multiplayer is reasonably stable so I heartily recommand it.

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System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS *: Windows 7 SP1+
  • Processor: x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support
  • Graphics: DX10, DX11, DX12 Capable
  • DirectX: Version 10
  • Storage: 700 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Hardware vendor officially supported drivers

Recommended

Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

FAQ

How much does Spirit Island cost?

Spirit Island costs $24.99.

What are the system requirements for Spirit Island?

Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7 SP1+ Processor: x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support Graphics: DX10, DX11, DX12 Capable DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 700 MB available space Additional Notes: Hardware vendor officially supported drivers Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

What platforms is Spirit Island available on?

Spirit Island is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.

Is Spirit Island worth buying?

Spirit Island has 100% positive reviews from 24 players.

When was Spirit Island released?

Spirit Island was released on Jul 29, 2020.

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