La Isla
- Designer Stefan Feld
- Publisher alea , Ravensburger AG
- Illustration Alexander Jung
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In La Isla, you explore an uncharted island with a team of scientists to capture and study animal species. The modular board consists of oddly shaped tiles arranged in a circle, with animal tokens placed on numbered spaces. Each turn, players use multi-use cards placed face-down to plan actions like gathering resources and placing scientists on camps. By controlling camps around animal spaces, players collect animals and score points. The game blends hand management, enclosure, and strategic action sequencing.
Who Is This Game For?
La Isla is designed as a family game for ages 10 and up, suitable for players who enjoy about 60 minutes of mid-weight strategy. It fits those with some experience in hand management and resource mechanics, offering accessible complexity without being overly simple.
How It Works
On your turn, you place three cards face-down into A, B, and D slots, which are then revealed in order. A cards grant special powers, B cards provide resources to place scientists on camps by paying two matching resources, and D cards increase the value of certain animals. When you control all camps around an animal space, you claim that animal and score points. This creates a cycle of card-driven actions, resource management, and enclosure to build your engine.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Stefan Feld, La Isla was nominated for the 2014 Golden Geek Best Family Board Game. It stands out with a modular board and multi-use cards, combining Action Queue, Commodity Speculation, and Enclosure mechanics. Part of the Alea Medium Box series, it features a biology-themed setting that adds thematic depth to its strategic gameplay.
Awards
2014
Pro
- Tactical depth through combination of Action Queue and Multi-Use Cards
- Modular board increases replayability
- Family game with moderate complexity and short playtime
- Thematic focus on biology enhances immersion
Contra
- No solo mode included, so not suitable for solo play
- Requires some learning for hand management and resource strategy
- Not suitable for very young children (10+ recommended)
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set on a fictional island focused on biology and animal species discovery. Players act as scientists exploring and studying these creatures.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on planning your card actions effectively and managing resources to place your scientists strategically on camps.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
La Isla supports 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 60 minutes, fitting a family game length.
What prior experience do I need?
The game requires moderate experience with hand management and resource mechanics.
How does this compare to similar games?
La Isla uniquely blends Action Queue with Commodity Speculation and Enclosure for a mix of tactical hand management and area control.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is a family game recommended for ages 10 and up with manageable complexity.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of Multi-Use Cards with Action Queue and a modular board defines its unique gameplay.
Fazit
La Isla is recommended for families and casual gamers looking for a well-balanced game with moderate complexity and about 60 minutes playtime. Fans of tactical planning and resource management will appreciate its design.
