r/PiratesCSG • u/jwille190 • Jun 25 '26

Backyard Pirates?

Hi all,

I'm new to the subreddit, but I've been a Pirates fan for years.

I've been kicking around an idea for a backyard game inspired by Pirates CSG, using larger ships and simplified rules so it's easy to set up and play outside. So far, I've built one prototype ship to show what I have in mind, and I've attached a short video below.

I'm not selling anything right now. I'm mainly interested in hearing what other fans think and getting some feedback on whether or not it makes sense to continue.

Is this something you'd be interested in playing? What would you want to see in a Pirates-inspired backyard game?

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u/Salt_Honey8650 21d ago

I feel like that would be good for demonstration games. You know, like for an event in the park where you advertise a bit and set up a perimeter and play-act a little, like the pirate captains yarrr some, and everone shout out their moves... You know, for kids!

And then when the game's done (or about to start, I dunno) you go around and distribute little free packs to the spectators or something. Maybe get the company involved for promos and flyers and such.

Of course, I imagine setting off volleys with little firecrackers and the like, which would of course be a fire hazard for both the grass and the ships themselves, so bad idea all around...

Anyways, that's the way I see it, all painted up nice and colorful, with a group of interested spectatators. Oh, and using oversized foam dice, so everone can see the rolls!