Empires: Age of Discovery
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- Designer Glenn Drover
- Publisher Eagle-Gryphon Games
- Illustration João Tereso , Cyril Van Der Haegen
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What to Expect
In Empires: Age of Discovery, you play as a European power establishing colonies and trade routes in the New World during the 16th century. Over three ages, you launch expeditions, expand your fleet and military, train workers, and build structures that grant unique advantages. You develop your economy and may declare war to expand your empire further than rivals. The game emphasizes strategic planning and area influence.
Who Is This Game For?
This is a medium to heavy strategy game for players aged 10 and up who enjoy complex, long games. With a duration of about 150 minutes, it requires patience and some experience with worker placement and area majority mechanics. It's best suited for experienced board gamers rather than casual or family players.
How It Works
Empires: Age of Discovery combines worker placement with different worker types, area majority, set collection, and variable player powers. Players assign workers to gather resources, build, and explore. The influence you gain in various regions affects scoring and strategic options. Each European power has unique abilities, making gameplay diverse across three ages.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Glenn Drover, Empires: Age of Discovery is a reimplementation of Age of Empires III without the official license. It blends complex mechanics like worker placement with variable player powers and area majority, set in the historical context of 16th-century colonization and exploration. It offers a deep multiplayer experience for 2 to 6 players.
Pro
- Complex integration of worker placement, area majority, and set collection
- Variable player powers create distinct playstyles
- Historical theme of 16th-century colonization
- Supports 2 to 6 players
Contra
- Long playtime (~150 minutes) requires commitment
- Complexity may discourage beginners
- No solo mode available
Setting & atmosphere
The game is set in the 16th century during the age of discovery and colonization, focusing on European powers such as England, France, and Italy exploring and settling North and South America.
Tips for beginners
Take time to understand the different mechanics and player powers before playing your first game.
Frequently asked questions
Can I play this solo?
Empires: Age of Discovery is not designed for solo play; it requires at least 2 players.
How long does a game really take?
Games typically last about 150 minutes, making for an extended play session.
What prior experience do I need?
Familiarity with complex strategy games and mechanics like worker placement and area majority is helpful.
How does this compare to similar games?
It is a reimplementation of Age of Empires III, combining worker placement with variable player powers.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and length, it is better suited for experienced players than for families with younger children.
What mechanic makes it special?
The combination of worker placement with different worker types and variable player powers distinguishes player roles.
Fazit
Empires: Age of Discovery is recommended for players who appreciate lengthy, strategic games with historical themes. Its blend of mechanics and thematic depth makes it a solid choice for strategy enthusiasts.
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