How many players is Powerboats?

Powerboats plays with 2–6 players, ages 9 and up.

How long does Powerboats take to play?

A game of Powerboats takes 60 min, at medium-light complexity (1.7/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Powerboats any good?

Powerboats rates 6.7/10 from 1,853 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a nautical / racing game built around dice rolling, modular board, race.

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Powerboats (2008)

2–6 players · 60 min · age 9+ · ★ 6.7 on BGG

Players: 2–6
Play time: 60 min
Age: 9+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.7/10

Best for 2–6 players aged 9+ who like nautical games — medium-light complexity, plays in 60 min.

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About Powerboats

Traverse the course as quickly as possible but be careful not to damage your boat.

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Nautical Racing Sports

Mechanics: Dice Rolling, Modular Board, Race

Players: 2P · 3P · 4P · 5P · 6P

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Powerboats FAQ

How many players is Powerboats?: Powerboats plays with 2–6 players, ages 9 and up.
How long does Powerboats take to play?: A game of Powerboats takes 60 min, at medium-light complexity (1.7/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Powerboats any good?: Powerboats rates 6.7/10 from 1,853 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a nautical / racing game built around dice rolling, modular board, race.