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Forbidden Desert

Rated 4.6 out of 5
Based on 7 reviews
 
average rating 4.6 out of 5
Based on 7 reviews
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    4 Reviews
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    3 Reviews
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Learning Curve
Rated 2 out of 5
Aesthetics
Rated 4 out of 5
Enjoyment
Rated 4 out of 5
7 Reviews
Reviewed by Luis
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Average play time
30-60 Minutes
Why I choose Thirsty Meeples
  • Supporting Local
  • Generous Loyalty Scheme
  • Hassle Free Shopping
  • Best Place for Board Games
  • Knowledgeable Staff
Rated 4 out of 5
Review posted

Great team-building game

This game is definitely an evergreen of cooperative play. Still fun to go back to after all the years since its release. The simple rules and tension the game provides makes it the perfect choice for a gift to someone who loves gaming... or needs an introduction to modern design.

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Rated 1 out of 5
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Rated 4 out of 5
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Reviewed by Viktor
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I recommend this product
Average play time
5-30 Minutes
Why I choose Thirsty Meeples
  • Good Prices
  • Supporting Local
  • Reliable
  • Click & Collect
  • Easy to Use Webstore
Rated 4 out of 5
Review posted

Good game but more complex than Forbidden Island

Forbidden Desert is a fun and often challenging game for any number of players. It certainly isn't a "pick-up and play" game as the rules take a while to be digested. For introducing players to the hobby, I would say Forbidden Island is much better. This sits well with a more dedicated gaming group, rather than a casual party with newcomers. Still - a very enjoyable game with a great presentation.

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Rated 3 out of 5
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 4 out of 5
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Reviewed by Myriam F., from United Kingdom
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Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Great game

We already had Forbidden Island and enjoyed the teamwork involved, and the fact every game is different - Forbidden Desert not only had these elements but was also surprisingly different as a game - and like it’s counterpart in some important aspects really feels true to life - like the existence of mirages and the way the storm moves around the board creating havoc.

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Reviewed by Charlotte K., from United Kingdom
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Family favourite

Similar mechanic to ‘Forbidden Island’. Very easy to learn and fun to play. Great co-operative game!

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Reviewed by Liz G., from United Kingdom
I recommend this product
Rated 4 out of 5
Review posted

A good family game

Not too complex to learn and a nice cooperative game. One we've played quite a bit.

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Gear up for a thrilling adventure to recover a legendary flying machine buried deep in the ruins of an ancient desert city. You'll need to coordinate with your teammates and use every available resource if you hope to survive the scorching heat and relentless sandstorm. Find the flying machine and escape before you all become permanent artifacts of the forbidden desert!

InForbidden Desert, a thematic sequel toForbidden Island, players take on the roles of brave adventurers who must throw caution to the wind and survive both blistering heat and blustering sand in order to recover a legendary flying machine buried under an ancient desert city. While featuring cooperative gameplay similar to Forbidden Island, Forbidden Desert is a fresh new game based around an innovative set of mechanisms, such as an ever-shifting board, individual resource management, and a unique method for locating the flying machine parts.

 

2-5 PLAYERS | 45 MINS | AGES 10+

 

REVIEWS

average rating 4.6 out of 5
Based on 7 reviews
  • 5 Stars
    4 Reviews
  • 4 Stars
    3 Reviews
  • 3 Stars
    0 Reviews
  • 2 Stars
    0 Reviews
  • 1 Star
    0 Reviews
100% of reviewers would recommend this product to a friend
Learning Curve
Rated 2 out of 5
Aesthetics
Rated 4 out of 5
Enjoyment
Rated 4 out of 5
7 Reviews
Reviewed by Luis
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Average play time
30-60 Minutes
Why I choose Thirsty Meeples
  • Supporting Local
  • Generous Loyalty Scheme
  • Hassle Free Shopping
  • Best Place for Board Games
  • Knowledgeable Staff
Rated 4 out of 5
Review posted

Great team-building game

This game is definitely an evergreen of cooperative play. Still fun to go back to after all the years since its release. The simple rules and tension the game provides makes it the perfect choice for a gift to someone who loves gaming... or needs an introduction to modern design.

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Learning Curve
Rated 1 out of 5
Aesthetics
Rated 4 out of 5
Enjoyment
Rated 5 out of 5
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Reviewed by Viktor
Verified Reviewer
I recommend this product
Average play time
5-30 Minutes
Why I choose Thirsty Meeples
  • Good Prices
  • Supporting Local
  • Reliable
  • Click & Collect
  • Easy to Use Webstore
Rated 4 out of 5
Review posted

Good game but more complex than Forbidden Island

Forbidden Desert is a fun and often challenging game for any number of players. It certainly isn't a "pick-up and play" game as the rules take a while to be digested. For introducing players to the hobby, I would say Forbidden Island is much better. This sits well with a more dedicated gaming group, rather than a casual party with newcomers. Still - a very enjoyable game with a great presentation.

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Learning Curve
Rated 3 out of 5
Aesthetics
Rated 5 out of 5
Enjoyment
Rated 4 out of 5
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Reviewed by Myriam F., from United Kingdom
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Great game

We already had Forbidden Island and enjoyed the teamwork involved, and the fact every game is different - Forbidden Desert not only had these elements but was also surprisingly different as a game - and like it’s counterpart in some important aspects really feels true to life - like the existence of mirages and the way the storm moves around the board creating havoc.

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Reviewed by Charlotte K., from United Kingdom
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Family favourite

Similar mechanic to ‘Forbidden Island’. Very easy to learn and fun to play. Great co-operative game!

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Reviewed by Liz G., from United Kingdom
I recommend this product
Rated 4 out of 5
Review posted

A good family game

Not too complex to learn and a nice cooperative game. One we've played quite a bit.

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Shipping

All online orders are picked from our separate warehouse. We always ensure that your games are well packed before leaving. Wherever possible we'll re-use a cardboard box that we received games in from one of our suppliers. We figure it's better that way for our planet. But we do also use new boxes and wraps. If you have a strong preference either way please let us know in your Order Comments.
 

UK Orders

We aim for orders placed before 1:30pm Monday to Friday to be dispatched on the same working day. If this is not possible, your order will be dispatched on the next working day. Orders placed outside our Monday to Friday office hours will be dispatched on the next working day.

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£4.50 - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2-3 business days delivery time)

£6.00 - Royal Mail Tracked 24 (1-2 business days delivery time)

£5.00 - DHL (mainland UK only)

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