This game is quick to set up and get onto the table. Rules are easy to follow and understand for new gamers. Family enjoyed playing it and the art is very nice. Rated 8/10 on BoardGameGeek.

I had this arrive at the same time as Winterhaven Woods so played that first. I found Open Ocean to have a great mechanic to it and a fun theme. The artwork is a great addition to the game and really gives it a nice feel.

The thing that I felt let this down a little was the rules were a little confusing and I have had to watch a couple of youtube videos to clear up how to play rather than being able to play straigh out of the box. Maybe if the rulebook ever gets a reprint there could be more examples of how cards are played in the game situation.

This game plays as good as it looks and it looks simply stunning. It has simple rules but is absorbing and rewarding to play.

Open Ocean is a great experience for every age group. It teaches drafting, spatial awareness and rewards players for being creative with their reef. I loved teaching it to a few friends and family already and it will be played often for a long time coming. Thanks Joel for this gem of a game: both the art and design are superb & come together to form a wonderful masterpiece to dive into. Thanks again!

I did not like the game. The artwork was very cute and lovely, but I could not get the game on to the table. Not for me sorry.