- BGG rank
- BGG #3,717
- BGG rating
- 6.8
Whoowasit?
- 2–4 players
- 30–45 min
- Complexity 1.5/5
- 2007
- BGG rank
- BGG #11,275
- BGG rating
- 6.8
Die Insel
2005
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- 2–4 players
- 45 min
- 10+
- Complexity 1.9/5
For 2 players
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Die Insel is a board game released in 2005 for 2–4 players, 45 minutes per game, and ages 10 and up. It was designed by Reiner Knizia and its main mechanics are Cooperative Game.
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About the game
A mysterious island. Four mighty stone statues. The looming volcano. Mysterious relics - scattered all over the island. And right in the middle of it all, the players in the role of brave adventurers. They are trying to save the island from the volcanic eruption. But do all players have an interest in saving the island? A breathtaking race against time begins. This board game is supported by sophisticated electronics with sound and display. Each move requires a new decision, which is activated by touching an action space and your own playing figure. Die Insel is a board game using the same technology as Knizia's electronic game, King Arthur. It is a cooperative adventure game that features competitive elements and takes place on an island with a volcano.
Mechanics
Designers
Publishers
- Ravensburger AG
Questions and answers
Die Insel 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 Die Insel is 45 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 Die Insel for ages 10 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.
Die Insel has a complexity rating of 1.9 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.
Die Insel belongs to these categories: Fantasy, Exploration, and Adventure. Its main mechanics are Cooperative Game. 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 Die Insel are: Reiner Knizia. 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 Die Insel 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.