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Chaos Cove

Chaos Cove

2024·Martin Wallace

Videos
14
Creators
10

Mainly reviews. Chaos Cove is covered on BoardGameVideo.com by 8 reviews, 2 how-to-play guides, 2 unboxings, and 2 other videos.

2 - 4 players
120 min
Medium weight: Teach it in one sitting

From BoardGameGeek

A resounding bell tolls, signaling the epic battle that awaits. Ever vigilant, you assemble your team, scour your stockpiles for supplies, and arm yourselves to confront the ruthless hordes of barbarian and pirate invaders. Engage in competition with fellow players to etch your name into the annals of town legend. However, cooperation could be crucial to keep Chaos Cove from the brink of oblivion. And once victory is achieved, revel in triumph by tapping into barrels of the finest rum, throwing a legendary party the world will talk about for ages! Experience Martin Wallace at his best with this highly interactive worker placement game. Command the unique abilities of each of Chaos Cove's 16 valiant heroes, harnessing their talents, capitalizing on location perks, and amassing the essential resources to combat increasingly formidable invaders. Accumulate victory points by triumphing in both land and sea battles, erecting mighty forts, deploying rugged ships, and hosting epic rum-soaked celebrations. Marvel at the exquisite craftsmanship of the 16 charming hero meeples, each brought to life by the unparalleled artistry of Mr. Cuddington. But here's the twist that sets this game apart: every hero in Chaos Cove is distinctive with their own special ability. With 16 unique heroes to choose from, every player has the chance to step into the shoes of each hero during the game, making each playthrough an exciting and unique adventure. And don't forget the locations, each one offering a different strategic advantage. The dynamic interplay of hero placement and location choice leads to extraordinary interactions that position you for victory over the relentless pirates and marauding barbarians. Should the town of Chaos Cove withstand four harrowing rounds without succumbing to the invaders, a protector of Chaos Cove shall rise. Do you possess the mettle and strategy required to be the protector of Chaos Cove? Outwit your foes as you embark on an unforgettable journey to become the stuff of legends in the beloved town of Chaos Cove! -description from the publisher

Chaos Cove

Watch first

Learn to play

How to Play Chaos Cove16:27

How to Play Chaos Cove

Let's Table It

Let's Table It

Review

Chaos Cove Review: Powder Monkey Business19:22

Chaos Cove Review: Powder Monkey Business

The Dice Tower

The Dice Tower

Which Chaos Cove video should I watch?

Chaos Cove has 14 videos from 10 creators: 8 reviews, 2 how-to-play guides, 2 unboxings and 2 other videos. They date from 2023 to May 2025.

To learn the rules, start with "How to Play Chaos Cove" by Let's Table It, which runs 16 min.

For an opinion before you buy, start with "Chaos Cove Review: Powder Monkey Business" by The Dice Tower. 7 creators have reviewed it.

If you like it, try Brass: Birmingham, Anno 1800: The Board Game, AuZtralia and Age of Steam, also by Martin Wallace.

All videos

Chaos Cove Review: Powder Monkey BusinessReview19:22

Chaos Cove Review: Powder Monkey Business

The Dice Tower

The Dice Tower

Unboxing the Crowdfunded VersionUnboxing19:09

Unboxing the Crowdfunded Version

Board Game Gumbo (Board Game Gumbo)

Board Game Gumbo (Board Game Gumbo)

We'll Play It Live - Chaos CoveReview2:27:02

We'll Play It Live - Chaos Cove

The Dice Tower

The Dice Tower

Should We Back or Skip | Dceased, SAW: Jigsaw Trials, Calimala, Misty Waters, and MoreReview26:30

Should We Back or Skip | Dceased, SAW: Jigsaw Trials, Calimala, Misty Waters, and More

Game Brigade

Game Brigade

Chaos Cove chat with Steve O'Rourke and Liz DavidsonInterview9:44

Chaos Cove chat with Steve O'Rourke and Liz Davidson

Board Game Gumbo (Board Game Gumbo)

Board Game Gumbo (Board Game Gumbo)

Chaos Cove Board Game ExplainedReview2:44

Chaos Cove Board Game Explained

ShelfClutter

ShelfClutter

Chaos Cove – Brettspiel – Preview mit Alex & PeatHow to play1:02:19

Chaos Cove – Brettspiel – Preview mit Alex & Peat

Hunter & Friends - Brettspiele

Hunter & Friends - Brettspiele

Chaos Cove Preview: If You Touch My Rum, I'll Send Graham After Ya!Review20:19

Chaos Cove Preview: If You Touch My Rum, I'll Send Graham After Ya!

Board Of It

Board Of It

How to Play Chaos CoveHow to play16:27

How to Play Chaos Cove

Let's Table It

Let's Table It

Chaos Cove Gamefound Video2:22

Chaos Cove Gamefound Video

HutChu Games

HutChu Games

Chaos Cove - Kickstarter Preview | Asymmetric Strategy, Combat, and Resource ManagementReview25:42

Chaos Cove - Kickstarter Preview | Asymmetric Strategy, Combat, and Resource Management

Board Game Rundown

Board Game Rundown

Chaos Cove Board Game Preview and OverviewReview26:56

Chaos Cove Board Game Preview and Overview

Tabletop Gaming Guild

Tabletop Gaming Guild

How to Play Chaos Cove16:27

How to Play Chaos Cove

Let's Table It

Let's Table It

Chaos Cove – Brettspiel – Preview mit Alex & Peat1:02:19

Chaos Cove – Brettspiel – Preview mit Alex & Peat

Hunter & Friends - Brettspiele

Hunter & Friends - Brettspiele

Chaos Cove Review: Powder Monkey Business19:22

Chaos Cove Review: Powder Monkey Business

The Dice Tower

The Dice Tower

Should We Back or Skip | Dceased, SAW: Jigsaw Trials, Calimala, Misty Waters, and More26:30

Should We Back or Skip | Dceased, SAW: Jigsaw Trials, Calimala, Misty Waters, and More

Game Brigade

Game Brigade

Chaos Cove Review12:18

Chaos Cove Review

Let's Table It

Let's Table It

Chaos Cove Board Game Explained2:44

Chaos Cove Board Game Explained

ShelfClutter

ShelfClutter

We'll Play It Live - Chaos Cove2:27:02

We'll Play It Live - Chaos Cove

The Dice Tower

The Dice Tower

Chaos Cove Preview: If You Touch My Rum, I'll Send Graham After Ya!20:19

Chaos Cove Preview: If You Touch My Rum, I'll Send Graham After Ya!

Board Of It

Board Of It

Chaos Cove Board Game Preview and Overview26:56

Chaos Cove Board Game Preview and Overview

Tabletop Gaming Guild

Tabletop Gaming Guild

Chaos Cove - Kickstarter Preview | Asymmetric Strategy, Combat, and Resource Management25:42

Chaos Cove - Kickstarter Preview | Asymmetric Strategy, Combat, and Resource Management

Board Game Rundown

Board Game Rundown

Chaos Cove Prototype Unboxing10:10

Chaos Cove Prototype Unboxing

Tabletop Gaming Guild

Tabletop Gaming Guild

Unboxing the Crowdfunded Version19:09

Unboxing the Crowdfunded Version

Board Game Gumbo (Board Game Gumbo)

Board Game Gumbo (Board Game Gumbo)

Chaos Cove chat with Steve O'Rourke and Liz Davidson9:44

Chaos Cove chat with Steve O'Rourke and Liz Davidson

Board Game Gumbo (Board Game Gumbo)

Board Game Gumbo (Board Game Gumbo)

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Creators who cover this

All channels
Board Game Gumbo (Board Game Gumbo)
Board Game Gumbo (Board Game Gumbo)
2 videos of this game
Let's Table It
Let's Table It
2 videos of this game
Tabletop Gaming Guild
Tabletop Gaming Guild
2 videos of this game
The Dice Tower
The Dice Tower
2 videos of this game
Board Game Rundown
Board Game Rundown
1 video of this game
Board Of It
Board Of It
1 video of this game
Game Brigade
Game Brigade
1 video of this game
Hunter & Friends - Brettspiele
Hunter & Friends - Brettspiele
1 video of this game

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About Chaos Cove

From BoardGameGeek:

A resounding bell tolls, signaling the epic battle that awaits. Ever vigilant, you assemble your team, scour your stockpiles for supplies, and arm yourselves to confront the ruthless hordes of barbarian and pirate invaders. Engage in competition with fellow players to etch your name into the annals of town legend. However, cooperation could be crucial to keep Chaos Cove from the brink of oblivion. And once victory is achieved, revel in triumph by tapping into barrels of the finest rum, throwing a legendary party the world will talk about for ages! Experience Martin Wallace at his best with this highly interactive worker placement game. Command the unique abilities of each of Chaos Cove's 16 valiant heroes, harnessing their talents, capitalizing on location perks, and amassing the essential resources to combat increasingly formidable invaders. Accumulate victory points by triumphing in both land and sea battles, erecting mighty forts, deploying rugged ships, and hosting epic rum-soaked celebrations. Marvel at the exquisite craftsmanship of the 16 charming hero meeples, each brought to life by the unparalleled artistry of Mr. Cuddington. But here's the twist that sets this game apart: every hero in Chaos Cove is distinctive with their own special ability. With 16 unique heroes to choose from, every player has the chance to step into the shoes of each hero during the game, making each playthrough an exciting and unique adventure. And don't forget the locations, each one offering a different strategic advantage. The dynamic interplay of hero placement and location choice leads to extraordinary interactions that position you for victory over the relentless pirates and marauding barbarians. Should the town of Chaos Cove withstand four harrowing rounds without succumbing to the invaders, a protector of Chaos Cove shall rise. Do you possess the mettle and strategy required to be the protector of Chaos Cove? Outwit your foes as you embark on an unforgettable journey to become the stuff of legends in the beloved town of Chaos Cove! -description from the publisher

Designer

Martin Wallace

Artists

Lina Cossette, David Forest, Joe Shawcross

Publisher

APE Games

Categories

FantasyPirates

Mechanics

Hand ManagementSemi-Cooperative GameWorker Placement
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