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Empires: Age of Discovery

Empires: Age of Discovery

Designed byGlenn Drover•Published byEagle-Gryphon Games

Rank
589
in All-Time
Total Points
580 pts
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Empires: Age of Discovery allows you revisit the age of exploration and discovery in the 16th century. You will take on the role of a European power establishing new colonies and trade in the New World. Over three ages, you will launch expeditions of discovery, expand your mer…

Published
2015
Players
2-6
Play Time
50-150 min
Weight
3.31 / 5
BGG Rating
7.8View on BoardGameGeek

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Tim Aberli
Apr 21, 2026
Rank5
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Ilja
Oct 20, 2024
Rank7
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Matt Wilkins
Dec 11, 2023
Rank26
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Bob Hooper
Apr 21, 2026
Rank40
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Jodi
Nov 7, 2025