
- BGG rank
- BGG #14,567
- BGG rating
- 6.1
Das Kleine Gespenst
- 2–4 players
- 15 min
- Complexity 1.2/5
- 2005

2008
Rules assistance for Capt'n Sharky: Abenteuer auf der Schatzinsel
Plain-language explanations of turns, card effects and disputed situations, with official source references and saved question history.
For 2 players

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Capt'n Sharky: Abenteuer auf der Schatzinsel is a board game released in 2008 for 2–4 players, 25 minutes per game, and ages 5 and up. It was designed by Kai Haferkamp and its main mechanics are Set Collection and Memory.
Capt´n Sharky looks with his crew on a treasure island for jewels. The players must find very quickly articles on the board. Whoever is speedy can pick up a treasure: if you find a pirate, you go home without anything? But if you find jewels, you get to keep them. But you must keep them by using a catapult?! The game uses a small "centrifuge", some kind of magnet, and a 3-D pirate ship. It's a mix of memory, dexterity & quick reaction time for the whole family. --paraphrased from a babel-lation of the Spiel des Jahres nomination entry...
Capt'n Sharky: Abenteuer auf der Schatzinsel supports 2–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Capt'n Sharky: Abenteuer auf der Schatzinsel is 25 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Capt'n Sharky: Abenteuer auf der Schatzinsel for ages 5 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Capt'n Sharky: Abenteuer auf der Schatzinsel has a complexity rating of 1.0 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Capt'n Sharky: Abenteuer auf der Schatzinsel belongs to these categories: Children's Game, Memory, and Action / Dexterity. Its main mechanics are Set Collection and Memory. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Capt'n Sharky: Abenteuer auf der Schatzinsel are: Kai Haferkamp. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Capt'n Sharky: Abenteuer auf der Schatzinsel as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.