Don’t Miss the Boat! (1965)

Introduction

“Don’t miss the boat!” is a board game for two to four players, published by Parker Brothers in 1965 and later by Waddingtons in 1966. The game is no longer in production, but it is still popular among collectors and board game enthusiasts.

Game Components of Don’t miss the boat!

Board: Raised, cross-shaped platform divided into squares, surrounded by a circular “canal”.Pieces: 8 pieces (or “men”) and a boat of the same color for each player, located at one of the “docks” at the ends of the cross.

Game Setup of Don’t miss the boat!

Place the board in the center of the playing area.Position the boats and pieces according to the initial position on the board.

Gameplay Mechanics of Don’t miss the boat!

Players take turns to move one piece to an adjacent square in any direction, including diagonals.Pieces can move further by jumping over one or more of their own or opponents’ pieces, making a series of jumps where possible.When a player jumps into their boat, all the boats are moved clockwise around the board, one quarter turn.

Game Objective of Don’t miss the boat!

The goal is to be the first player to successfully move five of their eight pieces into their own boat.

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