Based on the classic 1970s film, JAWS pits one player controlling the killer shark against 1-3 players taking on the roles of Brody, Hooper, and Quint. The game is played in two distinct phases: hunting the shark and rescuing swimmers on Amity Island, followed by a climactic battle aboard the sinking Orca.
The Verdict
based on 23 reviews
“And Jaws is is another great game from this year, so without a doubt, recommendation of the Discriminating Gamer for Jaws is 100% buy it: you're really gonna get a kick out of this one.”(9:43)
“And really, the entire thing is a wonderful adaptation. Jaws (the cardboard version) takes Jaws (the cinematic version) and provides a faithful retelling without insisting that you hit all the same beats in the same order.”
“So do I recommend this? Absolutely, man. Check out Jaws the board game from Ravensburger. I do not think that this one's gonna disappoint you in the slightest.”(9:46)
“Try Imperial Assault and for even more of this get the original Gloomhaven, of course Jaws of the Lion: pretty daft name, pretty good game. Gold medal.”(3:41)
“This is one of the best games of the year. It's got the Jaws saying, it translates the the movie, awesome. You know, you can go pick this up for your family, watch the video.”(33:08)
“We had high expectations of Jaws, and it still blew us away. It wasn't just the gameplay, it was the little things too! The artwork, styling, meeples and board were a few of the notable things we looked at and went "oh wow!"”
“I like this game a lot. I really like it. I do not necessarily like the two acts equally. I like the second act a lot more.”(20:33)
“If you like the movie Jaws, then this game is a must-have because it feels super thematic. Everything in the game is connected to the movie.”(0:15)
“The game's impact will not be as strong for those unfamiliar with the source material, but the mechanisms at work still provide a hell of a ride. Bottom line: this is not only a great IP-derived game, it's absolutely one of the year's best titles.”
“Jaws very nicely captures the feel of the movie, and will definitely appeal to its fans. But it has enough strategy to work for other people as well.”
“I'm gonna give this an 8 out of 10 I did enjoy it a lot it gets my seal of approval I really think that it's one especially if you're you have that nostalgia factor going on with the with the movie this is going to fit well with you”(22:10)
“I would recommend this game actually to uh to anyone I I have no reservations in uh in saying this is a fun game yeah actually from like hardcore Gamers right to uh ones that like just the uh you know the Walmart brand it really it fills that itch for anybody”(13:59)
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