How many players is Age of Discovery?

Age of Discovery plays with 2–4 players, ages 10 and up.

How long does Age of Discovery take to play?

A game of Age of Discovery takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.4/5 on BoardGameGeek).

Is Age of Discovery any good?

Age of Discovery rates 6.4/10 from 902 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / economic game built around card drafting, hand management.

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Age of Discovery (2007)

2–4 players · 45 min · age 10+ · ★ 6.4 on BGG

Players: 2–4
Play time: 45 min
Age: 10+
Complexity: Medium-light
BGG rating: 6.4/10

Best for 2–4 players aged 10+ who like card games — medium-light complexity, plays in 45 min.

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About Age of Discovery

Not to be confused with Age of Empires III: The Age of Discovery. In Age of Discovery the players supply famous expeditions of well-known explorers like Columbus and Magellan with their ships. They have to purchase these ships and cleverly direct them to the most successful expeditions. Of course, they need a lot of money for this! The players receive income by accepting trade assignments with their ships.

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Age of Discovery FAQ

How many players is Age of Discovery?: Age of Discovery plays with 2–4 players, ages 10 and up.
How long does Age of Discovery take to play?: A game of Age of Discovery takes 45 min, at medium-light complexity (2.4/5 on BoardGameGeek).
Is Age of Discovery any good?: Age of Discovery rates 6.4/10 from 902 BoardGameGeek ratings. It is a card game / economic game built around card drafting, hand management.